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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
Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 4 May 2026
This creates abundant, affordable options so treatment can lead to stable, independent living rather than perpetual government dependency or higher cost band-aids.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
In her performance of Francis Poulenc’s operatic monodrama La Voix Humaine (The Human Voice), Hannigan turned that problem — and many more — into an advantage with a couple of technological aids.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
In some cases, people with spasmodic dysphonia may use communication aids or devices, such as those that translate text to speech.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Once the lighthouse is transferred, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) will still have maintain ownership of the ATON, or the aids to navigation.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
While some people turn to melatonin or prescription sleep aids, research suggests that adjusting your diet may help support better rest.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Walk in Hinsdale aids cancer patients, families The annual Walk for Wellness House brings together cancer survivors, families, volunteers, friends and community members who work to raise money for free cancer support programs.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
The deduction primarily aids wealthier Americans with large mortgage payments on their homes.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 16 Apr. 2026
Archie Forde, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026
Under Florida law, anyone who aids, abets or counsels someone in the commission of a crime may be considered a principal in the first degree.
—Julia Shapero, The Hill, 21 Apr. 2026
This element aids the MEU with support such as medical and dental assistance, motor transport, supply, equipment maintenance and landings.
—George Petras, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Sleep aids all work to help relax your body and improve your sleep in different ways.
—Kirstyn Hill, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
The nsoro Foundation, which aids youths aging out of foster homes, and the Mighty Millie Foundation, which provides resources in the fight against childhood cancer.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 11 Mar. 2026
The weight drop also aids the electrical efficiency of the new engines, which rely much more on battery power than the previous generation.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Papaya is also known for its high fiber content, which aids in digestion and promotes regular bowel movements.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 3 Mar. 2026
The gift underwrites the operational expenses of the foundation, ensuring that every dollar raised directly aids children who will benefit from its support, according to the team.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
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And Delaney says the monitor's tech aids first responders beyond CPR needs.
—Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 4 May 2026
This creates abundant, affordable options so treatment can lead to stable, independent living rather than perpetual government dependency or higher cost band-aids.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
In her performance of Francis Poulenc’s operatic monodrama La Voix Humaine (The Human Voice), Hannigan turned that problem — and many more — into an advantage with a couple of technological aids.
—Justin Davidson, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
In some cases, people with spasmodic dysphonia may use communication aids or devices, such as those that translate text to speech.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Once the lighthouse is transferred, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) will still have maintain ownership of the ATON, or the aids to navigation.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
While some people turn to melatonin or prescription sleep aids, research suggests that adjusting your diet may help support better rest.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Walk in Hinsdale aids cancer patients, families The annual Walk for Wellness House brings together cancer survivors, families, volunteers, friends and community members who work to raise money for free cancer support programs.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
The deduction primarily aids wealthier Americans with large mortgage payments on their homes.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 16 Apr. 2026
Verb
The addition of spoken word passages by local Geordie poet Cooper Robson, who drifts through balladic descriptions of community, working-class masculinity, and pickled onions, aids Knats in their explorations of their hometown.
—Archie Forde, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026
Under Florida law, anyone who aids, abets or counsels someone in the commission of a crime may be considered a principal in the first degree.
—Julia Shapero, The Hill, 21 Apr. 2026
This element aids the MEU with support such as medical and dental assistance, motor transport, supply, equipment maintenance and landings.
—George Petras, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Sleep aids all work to help relax your body and improve your sleep in different ways.
—Kirstyn Hill, Health, 13 Mar. 2026
The nsoro Foundation, which aids youths aging out of foster homes, and the Mighty Millie Foundation, which provides resources in the fight against childhood cancer.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 11 Mar. 2026
The weight drop also aids the electrical efficiency of the new engines, which rely much more on battery power than the previous generation.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Papaya is also known for its high fiber content, which aids in digestion and promotes regular bowel movements.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 3 Mar. 2026
The gift underwrites the operational expenses of the foundation, ensuring that every dollar raised directly aids children who will benefit from its support, according to the team.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aids
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The only other people in the restaurant were two of Magyar’s aides and Miklós, his son, who sat at a nearby table eating burrata.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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The union, which represents animal care specialists, patrol officers, custodians, groundskeepers, patrol officers, aides and seasonal workers, said the zoo's last contract offer would have taken away their health care plan without providing a comparable alternative.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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Alarm clock health benefits Research has proven that using devices at night can adversely affect sleep quality.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
8 May 2026
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There is also compelling evidence around the impact of dry sauna use on lowering mortality risk, with as little as 20 minutes per session, two to seven times per week, showing benefits.—
Jenny B. Fine,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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The Tempo shot 5-for-25 from 3-point range and finished with 10 assists on 17 baskets.—
Ian Harrison,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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French guard Marine Johannes was equally unstoppable, knocking down five 3-pointers to finish with 17 points on top of five rebounds, three assists and three steals.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Schools as a grassroots power base also helps explain why the people of Minneapolis were able to mount a disciplined and effective defense against ICE when its agents began kidnapping their children on their way to and from school.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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Player of the Week Senior outside hitter Declan Garvey helps Lincoln-Way Central go 6-1 while also being named to the all-tournament team at the Lincoln-Way East Invitational.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Joined by four assistants with umbrellas and eyes on the train, Gaga and Maxwell walked by The Metropolitan Museum of Art with a wagon full of Champagne labeled Haus of Gaga behind them.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
1 May 2026
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The ad called for the supervision of a team of graduate assistants or interns.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 Apr. 2026
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The company’s press releases tout infrasound’s advantages over sprinklers.—
Cyrus Farivar,
ArsTechnica,
2 May 2026
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But Indianapolis has a couple of advantages that northwest Indiana does not.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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Many managers will be focusing on double-gameweek assets and chasing last week’s points.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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The one-page US proposal sought to declare an end to the war while triggering a 30-day negotiation period to resolve sticking points, including on nuclear issues, frozen Iranian assets and security in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a regional source familiar with the negotiations.—
Jennifer Hansler,
CNN Money,
7 May 2026
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Cops are asking the public’s help finding Maykoll Lanuza Morales, wanted for the slaying inside a Richmond Hill apartment building last month.—
Sheetal Banchariya,
New York Daily News,
4 May 2026
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Wachsmann got some help from his defense in that game — specifically by his third baseman on a bunt play and on a gapper that the center fielder ran down — but was otherwise unhittable.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
4 May 2026
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“Aids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aids. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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