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as in aides
a person who helps a more skilled person
Jack is his mother's preferred aid in the kitchen, as his sister Janice is clumsy when it comes to chopping and peeling
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as in benefits
a thing that helps
a dictionary is a handy aid for working crossword puzzles
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as in assists
an act or instance of helping
the clerk asked if she needed any aid carrying out her purchases
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as in helps
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end
sought to aid her in her search for a dachshund puppy by looking online
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Recent Examples of aids
Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
While the former aids in the reduction of puffiness and dark circles in the under-eye area based on hot and cold contrast therapy, the latter comes with three attachments for relieving muscle pain, tension, and soreness through rapid pulsations.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
Those using mobility aids should lock the wheels and remain seated, shielding their heads and necks.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
From storage helpers to laundry and cleaning aids, try one of these clever uses for old pillowcases.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
Prosecutors had opposed the request, arguing jail clothing aids with identification and safety.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 27 Oct. 2025
There's also a new Inertial Measurement Unit that tracks your lean angles, and this pairs with a host of rider aids to keep you safe on the freeway and off it.
—New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2025
The home is not accessible for those who use mobility aids.
—Angelika Ytuarte, jsonline.com, 23 Oct. 2025
Atlas features include a ChatGPT sidebar, writing aids and browser memories.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 30 Oct. 2025
That includes the $15 billion Individuals with Disabilities Education Act program for students with disabilities and the $18 billion Title I program, which aids high-poverty schools.
—Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2025
For now, researchers explain that the findings indicate that fiber not only aids digestion but can be a defender of metabolic health.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2025
Major League Soccer is promoting Charles Altchek, considered by many to be a potential future commissioner, to oversee the group that aids clubs in their business efforts.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2025
For a 12th year, nine cities on the tour will partner with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, a non-profit organization that aids pediatric patients through entertainment and/or educational initiatives.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 26 Sep. 2025
The center’s initial focus was its market-style food pantry, which now aids about 300 local families, many from the immigrant and refugee community, along with providing other services, including a clothing closet, diaper bank and hygiene products (see sidebar).
—Nicole Sours Larson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Sep. 2025
The technique is also critical in material science for understanding the properties of materials, which aids in the design of new ones.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2025
Promotes Digestive Health The fiber in avocados aids digestive health by increasing gut bacteria diversity and promoting regularity.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 9 Sep. 2025
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In addition to working as a puppeteer, Spinney was also an artist, who illustrated books and training aids for the Air Force.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
While the former aids in the reduction of puffiness and dark circles in the under-eye area based on hot and cold contrast therapy, the latter comes with three attachments for relieving muscle pain, tension, and soreness through rapid pulsations.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
Those using mobility aids should lock the wheels and remain seated, shielding their heads and necks.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
From storage helpers to laundry and cleaning aids, try one of these clever uses for old pillowcases.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
Prosecutors had opposed the request, arguing jail clothing aids with identification and safety.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 27 Oct. 2025
There's also a new Inertial Measurement Unit that tracks your lean angles, and this pairs with a host of rider aids to keep you safe on the freeway and off it.
—New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2025
The home is not accessible for those who use mobility aids.
—Angelika Ytuarte, jsonline.com, 23 Oct. 2025
Atlas features include a ChatGPT sidebar, writing aids and browser memories.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
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Over the eight-episode season, fans are introduced to Regis (Laurence Fishburne), a mysterious herbalist who aids Geralt and his gang during a desperate time of need.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 30 Oct. 2025
That includes the $15 billion Individuals with Disabilities Education Act program for students with disabilities and the $18 billion Title I program, which aids high-poverty schools.
—Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2025
For now, researchers explain that the findings indicate that fiber not only aids digestion but can be a defender of metabolic health.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2025
Major League Soccer is promoting Charles Altchek, considered by many to be a potential future commissioner, to oversee the group that aids clubs in their business efforts.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2025
For a 12th year, nine cities on the tour will partner with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, a non-profit organization that aids pediatric patients through entertainment and/or educational initiatives.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 26 Sep. 2025
The center’s initial focus was its market-style food pantry, which now aids about 300 local families, many from the immigrant and refugee community, along with providing other services, including a clothing closet, diaper bank and hygiene products (see sidebar).
—Nicole Sours Larson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Sep. 2025
The technique is also critical in material science for understanding the properties of materials, which aids in the design of new ones.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2025
Promotes Digestive Health The fiber in avocados aids digestive health by increasing gut bacteria diversity and promoting regularity.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aids
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There’s no sign yet that Democrats are willing to support the House GOP’s stopgap bill on Thursday, when it’s next scheduled for a Senate vote, but Semafor confirmed a noticeable thaw in the shutdown dynamics among members and aides across the aisle.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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Republicans also singled out senior aides Anthony Bernal and Annie Tomasini, who similarly pleaded the Fifth.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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Traditionally, one of the key justifications for teamwork has been its psychological benefits—the energy that comes from collaboration, the reduced stress of shared responsibility, the excitement of building on each other’s ideas.—
François Candelon,
Fortune,
31 Oct. 2025
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The insurance plan is used is the 2026 second lowest-cost silver plan for essential health benefits with age adjustments.—
Berkeley Lovelace Jr,
NBC news,
31 Oct. 2025
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The 39-year-old, 2004 second-overall pick, perhaps in the final year of his career, entered Thursday’s game ranked second in the NHL with 13 assists and tied for fourth with 16 points.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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Minnesota will get a chance to avenge last week’s loss to the Lakers, a 128-110 defeat in Los Angeles, where Luka Doncic put up a ridiculous line of 49 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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This emotional dimension helps explain why AI adoption often exceeds initial expectations once people actually use it.—
François Candelon,
Fortune,
31 Oct. 2025
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The wall sit also engages your core muscles, which helps maintain proper posture and prevent slouching.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
31 Oct. 2025
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Texas has not one, not two but three special assistants to the head coach.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
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Tom Day, director of Kansas Legislative Administrative Services, said office assistants and committee assistants are considered temporary state employees and are only paid during the months that the Legislature is in session.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
31 Oct. 2025
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Companies that build these competencies first will have sustainable advantages in innovation speed and quality.—
François Candelon,
Fortune,
31 Oct. 2025
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At 6-foot-6, 275 pounds, his frame and athleticism give him natural advantages against the run, where he was rated as the 22nd-best run defending defensive end out of 121 in 2024, according to Pro Football Focus.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Oct. 2025
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Aramco agreed to acquire a minority stake in HUMAIN, and will contribute its AI assets, capabilities, and talent to the new firm.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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This protection can also alert you to phishing emails and ransomware scams, keeping your personal information and digital assets safe.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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Until recently there were only around 100 spots in the entire county that accepted Medi-Cal, the state health insurance for low-income residents, resulting in long wait times for people actively trying to get help.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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The Ravens didn’t add any offensive line help.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Aids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aids. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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