Definition of HELPER

Examples of helper in a Sentence

The carpenter measured the wall while one of his helpers brought in the tools. over the summer Chris worked as a carpenter's helper

Recent Examples on the Web

In this spirit Ray began working to identify and catalog the local Cambridgeshire flora, with Willughby acting a keen helper. — Jenny Uglow, WSJ, "‘The Wonderful Mr. Willughby’ Review: Hatching a New Science," 5 July 2018 But a sure-handed helper grabbed the balloon, allowing the class to continue without trouble. — Michael Walsh, Courant Community, "Technology Class Successfully Launches Weather Balloon," 18 June 2018 Ed played golf at Sable Point and many other courses, as well as being a Christian helper to anyone in need both near and far. — Orlando Sentinel, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Deaths in Central Florida: 6/3," 3 June 2018 Atascocita High School Senior Addison Grace Lemoine, has been a student helper in this event for several years. — Kaila Contreras, Houston Chronicle, "Humble ISD students integrate in sports competition," 23 May 2018 Group brainstorming can motivate a reluctant helper. — sandiegouniontribune.com, "A caregiver’s guide to creating a getaway plan," 9 May 2018 Desmond travels with a couple of helpers, including a young woman whose interest in saving primitive environments dovetails with the piano teacher’s obsession with education and culture. — Stephen Farber, The Hollywood Reporter, "'Piano to Zanskar': Film Review | Edinburgh 2018," 5 July 2018 McDonald's also provides a barbecue for all of the helpers that make the event possible. — Steve Smith, Courant Community, "'July In The Sky' Set For July 10," 2 July 2018 One of those places, which has benefited from the helpers for the past four years, was the Brunswick Area Historical Society's Heritage Farm. — Sun News Staff, cleveland.com, "St. Ambrose Parish volunteers help throughout Brunswick community: Photos," 23 Apr. 2018

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