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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
Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2025
On the inside, the third row of seating is gone in favor of more cargo space, and an area to lie flat with sleeping bags or other nighttime aids.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2025
They can also be used as teaching aids when educating the public on the dangers of plant poaching, an issue Blackwell says many people aren’t aware of.
—John Leos, AZCentral.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Farmacy started with products like edibles, flower, and concentrates and have continued to build with beverages, capsules, cartridges, pre-rolls and extracts for vaping, tinctures, CBD topicals and sleep aids.
—Shawn Price, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Standard features are generous with larger infotainment displays and driver aids and the warranty coverage is strong.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
The line has represented different disabilities and appearances in the past, releasing Barbies and Kens with mobility aids like wheelchairs and braces, dolls with hearing aids, hair loss and vitiligo.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
Companies are synthetically concentrating the psychoactive compound in kratom leaves into various products sold as dietary aids in gas stations and smoke shops, health officials said.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Glycerin helps maintain balance, so skin feels clarified, not stripped, while lecithin aids in dissolving debris, and myrtle leaf water provides an antioxidant boost.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 12 Sep. 2025
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
Inch by inch, the AI aids the person in embellishing the delusion.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Anyone who serves the Israeli enemy and its schemes, aids its crimes, and seeks to enable it to commit atrocities against our people cannot be supported—except by a traitor, a traitor like him, trying to pave the way for it.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
Proceeds from the event solely benefit the Waubonsee Foundation Scholarship Program, which aids hundreds of Waubonsee students each year in achieving their educational and career goals, college officials said.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
Noun
These include air traffic controllers, maintenance of navigational aids, flight standards, hazardous materials inspections, air traffic safety oversight, accident investigators, and airport inspectors.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 1 Oct. 2025
On the inside, the third row of seating is gone in favor of more cargo space, and an area to lie flat with sleeping bags or other nighttime aids.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2025
They can also be used as teaching aids when educating the public on the dangers of plant poaching, an issue Blackwell says many people aren’t aware of.
—John Leos, AZCentral.com, 26 Sep. 2025
Farmacy started with products like edibles, flower, and concentrates and have continued to build with beverages, capsules, cartridges, pre-rolls and extracts for vaping, tinctures, CBD topicals and sleep aids.
—Shawn Price, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Standard features are generous with larger infotainment displays and driver aids and the warranty coverage is strong.
—Josh Max, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
The line has represented different disabilities and appearances in the past, releasing Barbies and Kens with mobility aids like wheelchairs and braces, dolls with hearing aids, hair loss and vitiligo.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
Companies are synthetically concentrating the psychoactive compound in kratom leaves into various products sold as dietary aids in gas stations and smoke shops, health officials said.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Glycerin helps maintain balance, so skin feels clarified, not stripped, while lecithin aids in dissolving debris, and myrtle leaf water provides an antioxidant boost.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 12 Sep. 2025
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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
Inch by inch, the AI aids the person in embellishing the delusion.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Anyone who serves the Israeli enemy and its schemes, aids its crimes, and seeks to enable it to commit atrocities against our people cannot be supported—except by a traitor, a traitor like him, trying to pave the way for it.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Sep. 2025
Proceeds from the event solely benefit the Waubonsee Foundation Scholarship Program, which aids hundreds of Waubonsee students each year in achieving their educational and career goals, college officials said.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aids
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The gap in government services will be painful, and Democratic senators and aides report constituents are already peppering them with questions about the shutdown.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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The outlet also reported that Harry’s aides had a private meeting with the king’s communications secretary in London.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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Most states pay benefits for a maximum of 26 weeks.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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After that, both new and current WIC beneficiaries will start to see their benefits impacted, especially those in areas without state funds to supplement the loss of federal dollars, Hard said.—
Tesfaye Negussie,
ABC News,
2 Oct. 2025
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The veteran Gray helped lift her teammates in Tuesday night’s semifinal elimination game against the Indiana Fever, finishing with 17 points, six assists and five stocks (steals + blocks) despite a second-half injury scare.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Julie Hall floored 20 kills, pairing with Madison Blanchet’s 31 assists to guide Central Catholic (10-2) to a 3-0 victory over Lowell.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
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Plus, the high-quality protein in lean chicken helps to repair tissue and muscle.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Dog day care provides a safe environment that helps establish a consistent routine.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Other tech companies have also been rolling out their own AI browser assistants.—
Jaures Yip,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
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In total, there are 30 people in each morning meeting, from quality control assistants and members of the training staff to strength coaches and admissions representatives.—
Christopher Kamrani,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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James allegedly lied on her paperwork, saying her New York property had four units instead of the proper five, which gives her mortgage advantages.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Oct. 2025
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The potential advantages are clear.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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Stock futures pointed to a downbeat open on Wednesday as traders assessed the ramifications of a government shutdown, with Wall Street perhaps looking to other assets for safety — including bitcoin.—
Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Trusted by organizations such as the Australian Open and Premier Padel, Pendular combines cutting-edge technology with sports expertise to help clients maximize the value of their media assets efficiently and at scale.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
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If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Oct. 2025
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The trade deadline is still a month away, but given the state of the cornerback room, the Lions will need help.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Aids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aids. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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