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could do with (something) could do with (something)One would benefit from something (which is usually stated after "with"). In this heat, I could do with a cold glass of water right now. You could do with some new shoes—those ones are looking awfully beat-up.See also: couldcould do with someone or somethingto want or need someone or something; to benefit from someone or something. I could do with a nice cool drink right now. I could do with some help on this project.See also: couldcan do withAlso, could do with. Might profit from, needs, as in This room can do with a good cleaning, or Harry could do with a new suit. [Colloquial; late 1700s] Also see do with. See also: cancould ˈdo with something (spoken) want or need something: I could really do with a coffee. ♢ Her hair could have done with a wash. ♢ You look as if you could do with a good night’s sleep.See also: could, something |