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
It was translated from the original German version with the assistance of artificial intelligence and reviewed by our editors.
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Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 9 June 2026
California launched the rent assistance program in 2019 and has kept funding at $1 billion a year since 2021, long after the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
—Philip Wang, Time, 9 June 2026
The Tarrant County Jail was examined by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards and came back with no technical assistance needed, Republican Commissioner Matt Krause said during Tuesday’s meeting.
—Mary Ella Hastings
june 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
The Kansas City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance to locate a woman last seen in late May near Ashland Square Park.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 9 June 2026
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Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 9 June 2026
California launched the rent assistance program in 2019 and has kept funding at $1 billion a year since 2021, long after the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
—Philip Wang, Time, 9 June 2026
The Tarrant County Jail was examined by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards and came back with no technical assistance needed, Republican Commissioner Matt Krause said during Tuesday’s meeting.
—Mary Ella Hastings
june 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 June 2026
The Kansas City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance to locate a woman last seen in late May near Ashland Square Park.
—Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 9 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assistance
Noun
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Victor Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists in his first NBA Finals win, carrying the San Antonio Spurs to a 115-111 victory on Monday night that cut the New York Knicks’ lead to 2-1.—
Brian Mahoney,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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In the end, Castle finished with 23 point of 8-of-14 shooting with five rebounds and five assists, while every Spurs starter finished the game with double-digit points.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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In the immediate aftermath of the stabbing, Lang was responsible for organizing a protest in support of Metcalf.—
Shawna Mizelle,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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El Tri will have an edge competing at high altitude and with the support of home fans, but Mexico is winless in World Cup openers.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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One, a pediatric ER doctor, wrapped his arm in a makeshift tourniquet and stuffed the wound to staunch the bleeding while others called for help.—
Los Angeles Times,
Boston Herald,
8 June 2026
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If a marine mammal appears to be in distress, the public is advised to stay away, don't approach, and call for help.—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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Other recent call-ups, like Nick Sogard and Mickey Gasper, have also given the lineup a boost.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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Dell said Thursday that its server unit had gotten a massive boost from widening AI adoption, challenging analysts’ assessment that demand for the business was already reflected in the stock price.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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Once down, bystanders quickly rushed to his aid.—
Los Angeles Times,
Boston Herald,
8 June 2026
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Standing with the aid of the heavy steel braces on his legs and of his son James, who held his left elbow, Roosevelt had thrown out the first ball.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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Benjamin Cano, who brought his wife and three kids down from Norwalk for Friday’s game, was down behind the Padres dugout offering encouragement before the game.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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Volunteers with the organization Free Mom Hugs offered encouragement to attendees whose families may not be as supportive.—
Eva Andersen,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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“Assistance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assistance. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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