as in assistance
something that you do or give for someone who is suffering or in a difficult situation
We see it as our duty to give succor to those in need.
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Recent Examples of succor
Hal Brands, Foreign Affairs, 26 Jan. 2024
In one drawing in the show, a hand is reaching down to lift another up, in a gesture of welcoming, of succor, of assistance.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2024
Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024
Nor would feeding the world’s hungry or succoring the afflicted.
—Andrew J. Bacevich, Foreign Affairs, 28 Feb. 2023
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Noun
Drones, artillery ammunition, and ballistic missiles provided by Tehran and Pyongyang—along with economic succor provided by Beijing—have sustained Moscow in its conflict against Kyiv and its Western backers.
—Hal Brands, Foreign Affairs, 26 Jan. 2024
In one drawing in the show, a hand is reaching down to lift another up, in a gesture of welcoming, of succor, of assistance.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2024
Verb
Roosevelt’s presidency established a new principle in American politics through the New Deal, that government exists to succor all its people, not just the wealthy.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024
Nor would feeding the world’s hungry or succoring the afflicted.
—Andrew J. Bacevich, Foreign Affairs, 28 Feb. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for succor
Noun
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Document the encounter and seek assistance as soon as possible.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2025
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Bentonville police were able to access Hensley's cellphone with the assistance of his family and friends, and a witness provided details regarding fentanyl purchases involving Hill, the affidavit states.—
Tracy Neal,
Arkansas Online,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Robby was quick to comfort her, proving there's still a lot of love between them and leaving us wanting to see more of their relationship.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
11 Apr. 2025
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In other words, the comforting sensation from the vanilla is further brought out by the mahogany and amber, evoking a grounding and luxurious feel.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Branscomb claimed his decision to appoint Michael Ruff as the party’s executive director caused both senators to threaten to withdraw support for the party.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Apr. 2025
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Their support means everything to me and reflects the strong foundation of my campaign.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Katherine, an avid reader who loves James Joyce and modern poetry, tries her hand at screenwriting, with Fred’s encouragement.—
Mark Athitakis,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
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Not only this, his friends also came to his defense, offering words of encouragement.—
Matt Robison,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The investigation was aided by a confidential informant — one of Gonzalez’s former friends who got busted, according to court records.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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In the wake of that visit, Van Hollen pressed for improved access for humanitarian organizations trying to aid Palestinians.—
Rebecca Beitsch,
The Hill,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Van Lith also broke the single-season record for assists and scoring while leading TCU to the Elite Eight.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Apr. 2025
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The two-time Dual County Player of the Year averaged 15 points, 4.5 assists and 4.3 rebounds in 22 starts in her sophomore season.—
Brian Roach,
Boston Herald,
13 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The information being requested, argues the company, is beyond what is necessary to facilitate real estate closings in compliance with state and local law.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Some scholars argue that the treaty intentionally facilitated hydraulic development in Jammu and Kashmir, but not necessarily in ways that served local interests.—
Fazlul Haq,
The Conversation,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But in the meantime, those who know her are left to ponder an illness that appears to have consumed the caring mother, in spite of her efforts to get help.—
Laura Crimaldi,
BostonGlobe.com,
13 Feb. 2023
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Police departments in Carroll County could get help from the state with funding the high cost of outfitting officers with body cameras, if a bill introduced in the Maryland General Assembly is passed.—
Sherry Greenfield,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Feb. 2023
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“Succor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/succor. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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