assistance

noun

ə-ˈsi-stən(t)s How to pronounce assistance (audio)
Definition of assistancenext
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 Speaking of the part of van life spent behind the wheel, Volkswagen has slightly reworked the Grand California's driver-assistance suite to make driving a little less draining. — New Atlas, 10 July 2026 For more accessibility information, the property recommends calling +52 327-690 4100 for further assistance. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026 Vinton County Sheriff Ryan Cain also has requested assistance from the state Bureau of Criminal Investigation, according to records released by Wilson's office, which is not unusual. — ABC News, 10 July 2026 The airline said one person received medical assistance, but did not elaborate on the cause. — Renee Maltezou, USA Today, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for assistance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assistance
  1. assist
  2. support
  3. help
  4. boost
  5. aid
  6. encouragement
Noun
  • Acuff found a rhythm in the second quarter, demonstrating his three-level scoring ability while showing off his court vision with some beautiful assists.
    — Jason Anderson July 9, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
  • Nneka Ogwumike had 24 points, eight rebounds and five assists and the Los Angeles Sparks spoiled Caitlin Clark’s return, beating the Indiana Fever 106-92 on Wednesday night to snap a three-game losing streak.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 July 2026
Definition of assist
Noun
  • 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.
    — Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 6 July 2026
  • 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.
    — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 6 July 2026
Definition of support
Noun
  • With the help of a family friend, a retired deputy sheriff, Robinson’s parents persuaded him to surrender to authorities, according to charging documents.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • With Brazil’s upcoming clash with Norway providing another physical challenge in the blistering New Jersey heat, is Casemiro a help or hindrance to his team?
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of help
Noun
  • This narrative was given a rocket-fuel boost when UC math professors released an open letter demanding standardized tests be reinstated to weed out the unprepared students cluttering their classes.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • Another one of Lopez’s Paris looks was given a significant boost by a pair of Christian Louboutin pumps in neutral beige leather.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 8 July 2026
Definition of boost
Noun
  • The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, which provides aid in developing countries, will use Altair to monitor its projects remotely.
    — Amy Gunia, CNN Money, 9 July 2026
  • Top universities are missing middle-class students College aid officials talk a lot these days about a demographic phenomenon variously called the missing middle, the doughnut or the barbell.
    — Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 8 July 2026
Definition of aid
Noun
  • As for the here and now, England will take encouragement from Switzerland’s performance against Argentina.
    — Stuart James, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • That encouragement from Orlando’s new coaching staff under Sean Sweeney has translated to hard work on the court from Penda.
    — Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2026
Definition of encouragement

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