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
This story was created with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 16 June 2026
The operation included assistance from the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, Department of Natural Resources and other emergency response agencies.
—Stephen Sorace , Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
Following the assault, Hodges required the use of a walker and was unable to perform daily tasks without significant assistance.
—John Lynch, Arkansas Online, 16 June 2026
Miss Manners is not grateful for the assistance.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 16 June 2026
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Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 16 June 2026
The operation included assistance from the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, Department of Natural Resources and other emergency response agencies.
—Stephen Sorace , Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
Following the assault, Hodges required the use of a walker and was unable to perform daily tasks without significant assistance.
—John Lynch, Arkansas Online, 16 June 2026
Miss Manners is not grateful for the assistance.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 16 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assistance
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Detroit Red Wings captain and forward Dylan Larkin, an 11-year NHL veteran with 643 career points (276 goals, 367 assists) through 808 career games and who was part of the United States’ gold medal-winning team at the 2026 Winter Olympics, has requested a trade.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2026
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Jordin Canada ran the offense without a turnover, finishing with nine assists and three steals.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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The aircraft, a long-haul B-52 Stratofortress, crashed after taking off on a test mission in support of a radar modernization program, the military base previously said.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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And Operations Manager David Temple adds that guests find support, security, and stability.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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The Knicks are taking their victory lap with help from Jimmy Fallon.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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Chicago police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect who stabbed another man during a fight on a CTA Blue Line train earlier this month.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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And with SoFi Stadium in Inglewood hosting World Cup matches just 13 miles away, business owners are hoping the economic boost lasts long after the final whistle.—
Jasmine Viel,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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SpaceX made its record-breaking stock market debut today, opening trading at $150, getting a boost after pricing its shares at $135.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
12 June 2026
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In addition to all the bottles that were flying, someone in one of the buses threw a metal first-aid box from inside it at a Daily News reporter.—
Kerry Burke,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2026
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The judges association came to Dixson’s aid with endorsements, campaign cash and the op-ed — actions Bass views as heavy-handed and political, but Dixson’s supporters said were necessary to protect a judge from unwarranted attacks.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2026
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Several students said Gilliam's encouragement made a lasting impression during the two-week camp.—
Alexa Liacko,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Even so, reports suggest that Lopez leaving the door open is all the encouragement Rodriguez needs.—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
15 June 2026
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“Assistance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assistance. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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