as in assist
an act or instance of helping
thank you for your assistance in helping me change my flat tire
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Recent Examples of assistance
South Metro Fire Rescue South Metro Fire Rescue received assistance from Aurora Fire and the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office.
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Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
The death remains under investigation by the Inspector General with assistance from the Connecticut State Police Major Crime Squad.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
Ten staff positions will be added for adoption assistance and six positions will serve as foster program specialists.
—Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
What do those changes to foreign assistance mean for the fight against HIV and AIDS around the world?
—April 20, NPR, 20 Apr. 2026
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Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
The death remains under investigation by the Inspector General with assistance from the Connecticut State Police Major Crime Squad.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 20 Apr. 2026
Ten staff positions will be added for adoption assistance and six positions will serve as foster program specialists.
—Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
What do those changes to foreign assistance mean for the fight against HIV and AIDS around the world?
—April 20, NPR, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assistance
Noun
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McCollum finished with 32 points, three rebounds and six assists, and every one of his late buckets felt heavier than the last.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Deni Avdija had 30 points, 10 rebounds and five assists for the Blazers, who advanced to the playoffs for the first time since 2021 by beating the Phoenix Suns in the Play-In Tournament.—
Christian Clark,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The positions include 11 elementary school counselors, 17 exceptional service education counselors, 16 social workers, 21 clerical support assistants and 40 district management positions, according to a document provided by the school district.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Apr. 2026
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All of it goes to charities ranging from youth support services to cancer treatment.—
Brandon Truitt,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Her father, Joseph Coles, has repeatedly pleaded for the public's help.—
Aya Al-Hakim,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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The Jets need immediate pass rush help, and Reese gives them versatility from his off-ball experience paired with his pass-rush ability at Ohio State.—
Nick Harris
April 20,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Hawks’ bench received a significant boost when Atlanta traded Porzingis to the Warriors for Kuminga.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
17 Apr. 2026
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In June and early July, six matches for the FIFA World Cup are scheduled to be played at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, events that could provide a further boost for South Bay hotels.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The victim was transported the South Shore Hospital after receiving aid on the scene.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
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And by the way, there’s a humanitarian component here as well in terms of fertilizer, food, and other aid agencies that need that open for the ongoing crises in Africa.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
19 Apr. 2026
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During Game 1, Doncic offered advice and encouragement to his teammates from the bench.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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With a little encouragement, and after a bit of sake, Isa Briones will pull out her party trick at karaoke.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Assistance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assistance. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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