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
The top deck of the 332,000-square-foot structure — the first landside construction — required additional engineering and structural reinforcement so it could also be used as a gathering venue for special events.
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Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 3 July 2025
The Royals need definitive and immediate action … whether through internal improvement or external reinforcements.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 29 June 2025
Though these types of smiles are common, various types of smiles serve multiple purposes, including social cues, reinforcement, and assertions of dominance.2
Jump to Key Takeaways.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 27 June 2025
Positive reinforcement builds morale—and reinforces the right habits.
—Masha Sedova, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 3 July 2025
The Royals need definitive and immediate action … whether through internal improvement or external reinforcements.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 29 June 2025
Though these types of smiles are common, various types of smiles serve multiple purposes, including social cues, reinforcement, and assertions of dominance.2
Jump to Key Takeaways.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 27 June 2025
Positive reinforcement builds morale—and reinforces the right habits.
—Masha Sedova, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforcement
Noun
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Use basic floral arranging techniques—like focal points and structural supports—to keep your display intentional.—
Andrea Beck,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 July 2025
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Samir’s mother, too, was moved by the outpouring of support.—
Aurora Sousanis,
Freep.com,
13 July 2025
Noun
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Emergency repairs began the following month, with work crews replacing dozens of broken or weakened braces that support the wooden structure.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 July 2025
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Demand for new homes dropped to its lowest level in nearly three years last month, according to the latest data, as builders across the country brace for a significant slowdown in construction in the coming months.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Hou identifies three core pillars that guide its allocations: income generators, secular growth equities and alpha-generating alternative investments.—
DBS Private Bank,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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As with fellow pillars of contemporary California cuisine in the Bay Area, Quince is devoted to sourcing the best product.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
6 July 2025
Noun
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When powered on, the e-uni will self-balance for easier mounting, with leg grips on either side to guide your stance while your feet are positioned on the fold-down platforms.—
Paul Ridden
June 24,
New Atlas,
24 June 2025
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Inside of Semi-finished Products and Components, goldsmiths and manufacturers will be able to find everything from mountings to clasps.—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Reinforcement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforcement. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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