as in support
a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else
the consulting architect suggested using additional steel reinforcements to counteract the bridge's design flaw
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Recent Examples of reinforcement
Moyes had weighed up a move for a new striker after arriving at the club in January, but Everton decided against replacing the Portuguese this summer, instead focusing on defensive reinforcements.
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Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
The company uses large language models combined with reinforcement learning and formal verification.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
On the control side, the company reports combining reinforcement learning, imitation learning, and linear-actuator torque control so K2 can switch gaits dynamically across complex terrains and sustain a natural, human-like walk.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2025
That connection’s structural design did not meet building code standards and steel reinforcement was missing, misplaced or eaten away by corrosion.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
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Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
The company uses large language models combined with reinforcement learning and formal verification.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 13 Sep. 2025
On the control side, the company reports combining reinforcement learning, imitation learning, and linear-actuator torque control so K2 can switch gaits dynamically across complex terrains and sustain a natural, human-like walk.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2025
That connection’s structural design did not meet building code standards and steel reinforcement was missing, misplaced or eaten away by corrosion.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforcement
Noun
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That means no more security updates, patches, or tech support, so now’s the time to upgrade.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
14 Sep. 2025
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At the same time, maintaining emotional support while encouraging autonomy strikes a healthier balance than enabling avoidance.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Real Madrid and Marseille last met back in the 2009-10 group stage, when Cristiano Ronaldo scored braces in both the home and away fixtures.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Knee braces are considered one of the most effective forms of treatment for the joint pain, but patients can find the braces uncomfortable, Uhlrich said.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Sep. 2025
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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
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When powered on, the e-uni will self-balance for easier mounting, with leg grips on either side to guide your stance while your feet are positioned on the fold-down platforms.—
Paul Ridden
June 24,
New Atlas,
24 June 2025
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From the Caribbean Music Awards to the mounting of several arena shows — April kicked off a season of head-turning announcements for the world of Caribbean music.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
8 May 2025
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“Reinforcement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforcement. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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