Proper use of the word "benefit"

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Proper use of the word "benefit"

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My question has to do with the word benefit. Is it ever proper to say, "My participation in this program will benefit me with a head start on my medical education"?
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Re: Proper use of the word "benefit"

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Yes, 'benefit' can be a verb.
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