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
Eligible residents who live within city limits could receive up to $500 a month in rent assistance for one year.
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Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
Tax relief services can be difficult to compare because eligibility depends on individual financial circumstances and outcomes vary widely, plus companies may offer different types of assistance — from filing support to negotiating directly with the IRS.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Apparel identifying the tax collector is consistent with practices across Florida and helps the public readily identify employees as representatives of the office when seeking assistance.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 10 Feb. 2026
Zimmerman is arguing that Serafini should get a new trial because Serafini received ineffective assistance from Dratman and Fischer.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 10 Feb. 2026
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Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
Tax relief services can be difficult to compare because eligibility depends on individual financial circumstances and outcomes vary widely, plus companies may offer different types of assistance — from filing support to negotiating directly with the IRS.
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Apparel identifying the tax collector is consistent with practices across Florida and helps the public readily identify employees as representatives of the office when seeking assistance.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 10 Feb. 2026
Zimmerman is arguing that Serafini should get a new trial because Serafini received ineffective assistance from Dratman and Fischer.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 10 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for assistance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assistance
Noun
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Continue reading … UNEXPECTED ESCORT – A police boat in Florida received a friendly assist.—
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FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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The junior scored 18 points on 7-of-20 shooting with 5 assists.—
Matt Byrne,
Arkansas Online,
10 Feb. 2026
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The item will come back for a final vote on March 3, and will require support from at least four of the five members to be placed on the June 2 ballot.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2026
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Polling shows support for photo ID requirements in elections is widespread in both political parties.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
12 Feb. 2026
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The team will have to find Jackson more help to return to contention.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Zddloinp Over-Stove Spice Rack Banish countertop clutter with the help of this handy shelf, which sits snugly on top of your stove.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Feb. 2026
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Universities across the state will also get a sizable boost from the funding bills.—
Lisa Hagen,
Hartford Courant,
13 Feb. 2026
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But now researchers say a quick nap might offer that same kind of brain boost.—
Hunter Boyce,
AJC.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Last year, Republicans passed legislation to reduce spending on federal health programs and food assistance, largely by imposing work requirements on people receiving aid and by shifting certain costs onto the states.—
ALI SWENSON,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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The two work in tandem to enhance meal satisfaction, aid in weight management and support general health.—
Virginia Willis,
AJC.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Aleksandar Mishkov, dog trainer and owner of The Daily Tail, offers a note of encouragement to all would-be pup owners.—
Taylor Grothe,
Parents,
9 Feb. 2026
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He could be heard often on Saturday screaming encouragement to the middle school group during one-on-one drills.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Assistance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assistance. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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