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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
Catherine Odom,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
The partnership ensures British enthusiasts a complete, confident ownership experience for these American sports cars, bolstered by Corvette's recent Le Mans GT3 victory.
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Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
5 Apr. 2026
Each end is equipped with a removable bolster pillow to create a cozy spot to undo your laces at the end of the day, while the interior cubby is spacious enough to hold anything from vibrant bedding to seasonal decor.
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Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
8 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Some believe the one-time wealth tax would send California’s richest residents running to low-tax states like Florida, bolstering the luxury real estate market in Miami.
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Catherine Odom,
Miami Herald,
29 June 2026
The partnership ensures British enthusiasts a complete, confident ownership experience for these American sports cars, bolstered by Corvette's recent Le Mans GT3 victory.
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Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Noun
With just one bolster or lumbar pillow in a standout textile—such as linen or velvet, for instance—the bed gains a striking focal point.
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Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
5 Apr. 2026
Each end is equipped with a removable bolster pillow to create a cozy spot to undo your laces at the end of the day, while the interior cubby is spacious enough to hold anything from vibrant bedding to seasonal decor.
—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
8 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bolster
Verb
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Those who have sustained a severe burn or dirty wound should follow up with a booster after five years, according to the CDC.
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The driver of the bus sustained minor injuries.
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Looking back, McCloskey said the yearslong legal battle reinforced the value of perseverance.
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If anything, Messi’s early absence reinforced why Argentina will enter the knockout stage as one of the favorites to win the tournament.
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Location, location, location The arch the Cubs are constructing to honor the 2016 champions, and their other World Series winners, is nice.
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Beyond the music, other focal points include Bonnie Roo’s Broos, the beer tent and sports bar, a disco ball tower, a Ferris wheel, a water slide and the arch at the entrance of Centeroo.
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Gakpo's teammates came onto the filed to support him and formed a circle around him, putting their arms around each other as the crowd cheered, as shown in another video shared by Fox Sports.
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During pregnancy, iron demand increases to support both the baby and placenta, while postpartum recovery can further lower ferritin due to blood loss.
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The bracket is set for the knockout stage of the World Cup.
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The 48-team, 12-group World Cup group stage concludes on June 27, with the 32-team knockout bracket.
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The Full Moon later asks you to rest instead of carrying every loose end alone.
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With others carrying more of the creative burden, Summerville has also been free to drift into and around the box and take up shooting positions.
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One of the site’s 36 pillars — the tallest one in the middle — could be a perch for a big, pink, screeching bird.
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Its success or failure could help determine whether battery repurposing becomes a niche practice or a major pillar of the future energy-storage industry.
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In a 5-4 ruling, Chief Justice John Roberts, writing for the court's majority, upheld limits Congress imposed on a president's attempt to remove members of the Fed as a legitimate protection of the institution's historical independence.
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The ruling upholds laws in 30 states that allow at least some ballots to arrive after Election Day, including ballots from military voters and Americans who live overseas.
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“Bolster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bolster. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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