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
Republican lawmakers also targeted a charitable state fund that provides financial assistance for low-income people to get civil legal aid.
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Diamy Wang
july 3,
Charlotte Observer,
3 July 2026
Again and again, families told us they had been promised government assistance that never arrived.
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James Longman,
ABC News,
3 July 2026
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has been investigating the crash and has since 2016 opened nearly 50 special investigations of Tesla crashes believed to involve advanced driver assistance systems.
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Reuters,
NBC news,
3 July 2026
This resembles today's advanced driver-assistance systems that can steer, brake, maintain speed and change lanes while a driver remains responsible.
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Susan Ganeshan,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
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Diamy Wang
july 3,
Charlotte Observer,
3 July 2026
Again and again, families told us they had been promised government assistance that never arrived.
—
James Longman,
ABC News,
3 July 2026
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has been investigating the crash and has since 2016 opened nearly 50 special investigations of Tesla crashes believed to involve advanced driver assistance systems.
—
Reuters,
NBC news,
3 July 2026
This resembles today's advanced driver-assistance systems that can steer, brake, maintain speed and change lanes while a driver remains responsible.
—
Susan Ganeshan,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for assistance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assistance
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Today an accessory can affect crash-safety standards, driver-assist sensors, towing limits, and — once it is connected — vehicle cybersecurity.
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Clark became the fastest player in WNBA history to surpass 1,000 career points and 500 career assists already this year.
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Corlys, one of few characters on the show who has survived long enough to ask for a favor in return for his service, shares his plan with Rhaenyra, asking her earnestly for public support from the crown.
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Ukraine is expected to be central in Ankara, with debate focused on long-term military support, Kyiv’s own defense industry and what NATO can learn from the country after more than four years of full-scale war.
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For anonymous, confidential help, people can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224.
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After the match, Knight laid out both Usos with help from Solo Sikoa.
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Local business owners welcomed the boost in business as Dodgers fans filled restaurants, hotels and entertainment districts throughout Sacramento and West Sacramento.
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But while the sportswear giant remains the category leader by revenue, and the company is enjoying a FIFA World Cup boost for its soccer jersey sales, the momentum has shifted decisively away from Beaverton, Oregon.
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The Real Cost of Waiting Only one in four adults who could benefit from a hearing aid has ever used one, and the average person waits nine years after a diagnosis before doing anything about it.
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Most people who could benefit from a hearing aid have never used one.
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Once all but deserted, the town experienced a revival in 1965, when artists and musicians began to flock there after encouragement from the Yugoslav government.
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Alexandria government roasted for absurd anti-fireworks tweet The government of Alexandria tweeted Wednesday a blunt warning about fireworks — and encouragement to snitch on your neighbors.
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“Assistance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assistance. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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