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The phrase "a good account" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a detailed or satisfactory report or description of an event, situation, or experience.
Example: "She gave a good account of her travels in Europe, highlighting the cultural differences she encountered."
Alternatives: "a detailed report" or "a satisfactory description."
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A good account is everything that remains".
Hunt had "given a good account of himself to the Leveson inquiry, he's given a good account of himself to parliament, and I think that's the key point".
(There is a good account in "722 Miles," by Clifton Hood).
All you can ask is that we go down and give a good account of ourselves.
The paella here is named for the chef, and he gives a good account of it.
A 2011 paper provides a good account of the case for doing so.
"But we will be up there giving a good account of ourselves, that's for sure.
Jacobs seldom gives a good account of the place of politics in city-making.
Mr. Gaglione gives a good account of that soul-food essential, fried chicken.
"West Ham put a strong side out and we gave a good account of ourselves.
But Kate Winslet gives a good account of the game, go-getting Hester, Claire's housemate.
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