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
In addition to holding provisions for campers' convenience, the aluminum shelving inside serves as reinforcement for the camper structure, not so different from larger campers in which interior furnishings and joinery are part of the structural bones.
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New Atlas, 31 Oct. 2025
The men, who did not make the podium in Beijing, will have some reinforcements next year as NHL players will be returning to the Games for the first time since 2014.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 29 Oct. 2025
After completing each of the three steps, the kids listening receive a Sleepy Star—positive reinforcement that encourages kids to stick to the routine laid out by the podcast.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 29 Oct. 2025
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HOUSTON — Ricky Pearsall is out a fourth straight game, and Brandon Aiyuk’s comeback remains at least a week away, but the 49ers are debuting a reinforcement at wide receiver today at the Texans.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 26 Oct. 2025
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New Atlas, 31 Oct. 2025
The men, who did not make the podium in Beijing, will have some reinforcements next year as NHL players will be returning to the Games for the first time since 2014.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 29 Oct. 2025
After completing each of the three steps, the kids listening receive a Sleepy Star—positive reinforcement that encourages kids to stick to the routine laid out by the podcast.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 29 Oct. 2025
Follow along with our live updates at the bottom of this story…
HOUSTON — Ricky Pearsall is out a fourth straight game, and Brandon Aiyuk’s comeback remains at least a week away, but the 49ers are debuting a reinforcement at wide receiver today at the Texans.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 26 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforcement
Noun
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Ensuring officials have the mental and technological support for making big decisions in big matches with big consequences?—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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All face charges of providing material support to a foreign terrorist organization, and additional juvenile cases may be under seal.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Retraced, a digital platform for supply chain transparency and compliance, has entered a strategic partnership with Db Journey as the Scandinavian luggage label braces for Europe’s digital product passport era.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
11 Nov. 2025
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In a photo shared by the fire department, passengers could be seen being assessed by first responders, with one wearing what appeared to be a neck brace.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
10 Nov. 2025
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The Collectible design platform was founded in Brussels in 2018 and gained recognition for its finesse in linking pillars of design, art and fashion.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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Bordered by antique wood pillar columns, the custom wood and glass front doors lead into a rotunda foyer displaying dark polished hardwood floors that run throughout the interiors.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
11 Nov. 2025
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The case is lightweight yet highly impact-resistant, providing uniform protection during long filming sessions, travel, or mounting.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 Oct. 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 23 Nov. 2025.
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