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also reenforcing
as in bolstering
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
letters of recommendation that reinforced the committee's opinion of the candidate
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Recent Examples of reinforcing
By turning watch parties into product discovery moments, the brand reaches consumers precisely when soft drink consumption peaks, while reinforcing its positioning as a healthier alternative to traditional game-day beverages.
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Clara Ludmir,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The company’s logo centers on Vine Street itself, reinforcing a sense of place within the neighborhood.
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J.m. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
Beyond that, our focus remains on reinforcing partnerships with our strongest existing brands while selectively evaluating emerging opportunities.
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Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration continues to identify extreme heat and severe weather as growing risks for communities across the country, reinforcing the need for stronger local resilience planning.
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Brian Henriquez,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 June 2026
In addition to reinforcing graphic-design tropes, Claude Design tends to direct all of its users toward the same libraries of open-source code, the tools behind user-interface design.
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Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
24 June 2026
Technology is emerging as a key driver of M&A strategy over the next two to three years, reinforcing the idea that AI and data are now central to competitive positioning in banking, not just efficiency plays.
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Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
24 June 2026
For the first time on Shark Week, the full range of great white hunting tactics will be revealed, reinforcing their status as one of the ocean’s top predator.
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Denise Petski,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
Clara Ludmir,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The company’s logo centers on Vine Street itself, reinforcing a sense of place within the neighborhood.
—
J.m. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
Beyond that, our focus remains on reinforcing partnerships with our strongest existing brands while selectively evaluating emerging opportunities.
—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration continues to identify extreme heat and severe weather as growing risks for communities across the country, reinforcing the need for stronger local resilience planning.
—
Brian Henriquez,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 June 2026
In addition to reinforcing graphic-design tropes, Claude Design tends to direct all of its users toward the same libraries of open-source code, the tools behind user-interface design.
—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
24 June 2026
Technology is emerging as a key driver of M&A strategy over the next two to three years, reinforcing the idea that AI and data are now central to competitive positioning in banking, not just efficiency plays.
—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
24 June 2026
For the first time on Shark Week, the full range of great white hunting tactics will be revealed, reinforcing their status as one of the ocean’s top predator.
—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforcing
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These acquisitions are crucial for bolstering the Yankees' rotation.
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Their coupling instantly captured the attention and hearts of fans around the world, and Swift’s presence at Chiefs games was even credited with bolstering female interest in NFL football.
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In a recent interview on PEOPLE in 10, Chloe opened up about supporting Halle at a screening for her You, Me & Tuscany rom-com in April.
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Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie will be honored during ESPYS week in July with the Stuart Scott ENSPIRE Award for his work supporting the global autism community.
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Many are now scheduled for next year, proving again that delays are a constant in the space industry.
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As a result of Holzman’s advocacy and Dylan’s example, the singer-songwriter movement was born, once again proving that American music is defined not by its adherence to the past, but by its capacity for reinvention.
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“Reinforcing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforcing. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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