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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
Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Connecticut transit riders urged lawmakers to bolster funding and services for the state’s local commuter railroads on Wednesday, as ridership continues to experience an uneven rebound from the pandemic.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2025
Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 1 Aug. 2024
For people with back issues, a bolster or blanket under the knees can relieve pressure from the lower back.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 28 July 2024
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Verb
The Royals used some of their depth to bolster the offense, trading RHP Brady Singer (9-13, 3.71 ERA to the Reds for 2B Jonathan India and OF Joey Wiemer.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
Connecticut transit riders urged lawmakers to bolster funding and services for the state’s local commuter railroads on Wednesday, as ridership continues to experience an uneven rebound from the pandemic.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2025
Noun
The braided side bolsters can also be reshaped to fit around a dog’s body to be even more comforting.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 1 Aug. 2024
For people with back issues, a bolster or blanket under the knees can relieve pressure from the lower back.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 28 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bolster
Verb
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Local authorities will be responsible for releasing the identities of those involved in the crash, along with details about any injuries sustained.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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Whether in China, India, Russia, Turkey, or the United States, nationalism can be sustained only by reverting to this old playbook.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Feb. 2025
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While none of the concepts discussed are new, Buffett reinforced insights relevant to the current state of investing, particularly Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance business.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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The Grecian-style sleeveless gown was reinforced in the midsection but otherwise draped loosely toward the ground.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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The structure was drafted by a stage designer before being realized by an architect, a choice that’s reflected in some of its fanciful elements (some of which contemporary architects dismissed as kitsch) like frescoes, Romanesque arches, Gothic delicacy and whiffs of Art Nouveau foreshadowing.—
Ann Abel,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Any artist who has had an early career arch like Tate’s should be thrilled not only to top the Billboard 200 but to have journeyed to the summit.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
4 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Now, a note of caution here: mods are not yet officially supported in the game.—
Barry Collins,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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And the agencies support ICE, if requested, when the federal agency conducts raids and other enforcement actions.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2025
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After demolishing what had been the top team in the section, San Ramon Valley could receive a high seed in the NorCal Open Division bracket, the highest level.—
Joseph Dycus,
The Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2025
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The girls’ bracket has Ontario Christian meeting the winner of Sierra Canyon-Mission Hills.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Butler carried the Heat to two NBA Finals appearances.—
Jon Krawczynski,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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That’s exactly what Bishop Stang did as the team carried play and eventually earned a power play opportunity.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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There he is befriended by Tommy, a seeming pillar of the community.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2025
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Germany could be one of the countries most exposed to tariffs if they are implemented as exports are a key pillar for its economy.—
Chloe Taylor,Sawdah Bhaimiya,Jenni Reid,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The Maryland Supreme Court then upheld his conviction last year.—
Charmaine Patterson,
People.com,
7 Mar. 2025
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In 2020, for instance, the court by a 5-4 vote upheld Trump's first-term firing of the head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Bolster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bolster. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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