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as in to reinforce
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
a couple of tournament wins would bolster the extravagant claims that have been made on behalf of the young golfer
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Recent Examples of bolster
Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 11 July 2025
Senate Bill 9 bolsters climate resilience in infrastructure, its proponents said, while House Bill 5004 supports the renewable energy industry and sets a statewide net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2050.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 8 July 2025
semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Using such vessels bolsters the military capability of any country.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2025
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Verb
The tiered, three-passenger saddle has bolsters for lower-back support as well as cruise control.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 11 July 2025
Senate Bill 9 bolsters climate resilience in infrastructure, its proponents said, while House Bill 5004 supports the renewable energy industry and sets a statewide net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2050.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 8 July 2025
Noun
Investors hope Wednesday’s decision will bolster the cooling labor market and spur more growth, but tariffs and layoffs could complicate policymakers’ path.
—semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Using such vessels bolsters the military capability of any country.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bolster
Verb
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Closer Trevor Megill also remains out with a right flexor strain sustained the last week of August.—
Sarah Jean Maher,
New York Times,
18 Sep. 2025
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Elsewhere in Ukraine, the Giant Ukrainian Radio Telescope in Kharkiv sustained significant damage in 2022 when the region was under Russian occupation.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Instead of predictive policing that reinforces existing biases, envision AI that helps communities understand and address root causes of social problems.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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That’s not the case with the Margaret Dabbs London Nail Strengthening Treatment, which reinforces flimsy fingernails after just one swipe of its brush.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The carousel included three photos of Perry, 26, in his tux and Bure, 27, in her strapless wedding dress, posing beneath a grand flower arch.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Sep. 2025
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Focusing on the arch, roll the ball from your big toe to your heel and back, then from the middle toe to the heel and back, then from the pinky toe to the heel and back.—
Mallory Creveling,
Health,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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With this historic achievement, Tillman now extends that legacy to supporting actor in a drama.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
15 Sep. 2025
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Adolescence was a big winner on the night, also taking best limited series as well as Erin Doherty winning best supporting actress and Owen Cooper becoming the youngest-ever winner for best supporting actor in a limited series.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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John explains the rules to the first-timers, and the bracket begins — four matches at once.—
Matt Negrin,
Rolling Stone,
20 Sep. 2025
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Notice from the chart that the top end of the bracket is $197,300.—
James Brewer,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Jadarian Price added nine carries for 74 yards and three touchdowns, plus a 100-yard kickoff return touchdown.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
21 Sep. 2025
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Wide receiver Jacob De Jesus #21 of the California Golden Bears carries against the Oregon State Beavers during the first half at Reser Stadium on August 30, 2025 in Corvallis, Oregon.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Harried enjoyed a colorful green and purple display with vast pillars reaching high into the sky, as well as a subtle green glow as activity began to wane.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Britain’s ruling Labour party has made AI services and infrastructure, including large new data centers, a key pillar of its economic growth strategy, although the government has been criticized for tax policies that restrict the growth of its tech companies.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The restriction was later upheld by a federal judge.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
20 Sep. 2025
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Brady argued that Goodell, serving as arbitrator, unlawfully upheld a disciplinary action made by Goodell, serving as commissioner.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Bolster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bolster. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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