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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On the other hand, Anthropic itself is quick to sell its LLMs as a way for other companies to help employees that might have a little trouble communicating without AI assistance.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
4 Feb. 2025
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Marocco, who is also serving as the State Department’s head of foreign assistance, drafted the directive to freeze almost all foreign aid.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
The Mercury News,
3 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Unfortunately, though the snuggles are comforting, letting your pets into bed also means welcoming fur, pet dander, and dirt into the sheets with you.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Feb. 2025
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Sugar Bear licks at her baby’s head and then comforts it tenderly with her giant paw, which is almost bigger than the cub itself.—
Brooke Baitinger,
Sacramento Bee,
31 Jan. 2025
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His support seems almost prophetic considering the current renaissance of women’s hoops.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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This vegetarian capsule includes a number of ingredients thought to ease stress, support digestion, and promote healthy hair, skin, and nails—including organic reishi, maca, chamomile, aloe, algae (vitamin C), and more.—
Kristine Thomason,
Vogue,
26 Jan. 2025
Noun
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In the hours and days that followed Andrews’ heartbreaking drop in the corner of the end zone, his teammates offered praise and words of encouragement.—
Sam Cohn,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2025
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The same study noted that businesses that offered words of encouragement, acts of appreciation or other kind acts helped improve engagement and accountability among the workforce.—
Kate Vitasek,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
Verb
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As a drink, it’s praised as a rich source of protein and calcium, often touted for its ability to aid digestion and boost joint health, among other benefits.—
Alexis deBoschnek,
Bon Appétit,
5 Feb. 2025
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The overall mission of the project is to aid in scientific research and ocean exploration.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
5 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The Illinois Wesleyan recruit adds eight rebounds and four assists in a 42-31 win over Stagg.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2025
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LaVine has enjoyed a resurgence this season and is currently averaging 24.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.5 assists.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN,
3 Feb. 2025
Verb
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In reality, these subjects share key foundations that can facilitate more effective learning.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
31 Jan. 2025
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Israel remains committed to facilitating humanitarian aid to Gaza in accordance with international law and the framework for the hostage release.—
Efrat Lachter,
Fox News,
30 Jan. 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 9 Feb. 2025.
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