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a person who helps a more skilled person
the chief assistant to the director
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Recent Examples of assistants
This includes value from free or low-cost digital goods such as internet search, social media, and AI assistants.
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James Broughel, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
People don’t see the work that NHL assistants do beyond the practices and games.
—Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 5 June 2026
While the traditional Google Search isn't going away, the tech giant rolled out several new updates to Google Search AI Mode, including more natural chatbot conversations, the introduction of AI personal assistants and improved online booking capabilities.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Drivers may still use hands-free technology, including voice commands and digital assistants, without handling their phones.
—Madeleine Wright, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Earlier assistants could handle individual tasks – like calling a taxi or placing an order – but not multi-step jobs or understanding personal preferences.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
But those efforts have largely fallen flat, with assistants like Alexa and Siri mostly being used for things like setting alarms and playing music.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 3 June 2026
The homecoming included ex-Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello, assistants Olaf Lange and Brian Lankton and forward Isabelle Harrison.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 3 June 2026
Sweeney, however, is considered one of the league’s top assistants and has been at the center of the Spurs’ defensive turnaround this season.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2026
James Broughel, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
People don’t see the work that NHL assistants do beyond the practices and games.
—Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 5 June 2026
While the traditional Google Search isn't going away, the tech giant rolled out several new updates to Google Search AI Mode, including more natural chatbot conversations, the introduction of AI personal assistants and improved online booking capabilities.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Drivers may still use hands-free technology, including voice commands and digital assistants, without handling their phones.
—Madeleine Wright, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Earlier assistants could handle individual tasks – like calling a taxi or placing an order – but not multi-step jobs or understanding personal preferences.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
But those efforts have largely fallen flat, with assistants like Alexa and Siri mostly being used for things like setting alarms and playing music.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 3 June 2026
The homecoming included ex-Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello, assistants Olaf Lange and Brian Lankton and forward Isabelle Harrison.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 3 June 2026
Sweeney, however, is considered one of the league’s top assistants and has been at the center of the Spurs’ defensive turnaround this season.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assistants
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The reassurances by his spouse and his aides denying that the 81-year-old president was suffering from cognitive decline wouldn't be enough.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Commissioner aides receive $400 per month.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
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For one year as well, apprentices stay protected, working with a senior employee to avoid burning out.—
Megan Shinn,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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Arthur Bryant’s and Gates Bar-B-Q, whose origins can be traced back to Henry Perry through his apprentices decades ago.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
4 May 2026
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Chesser and McFadden noted that sheriff’s deputies serving civil papers have different jurisdiction and authority than law enforcement officers serving a criminal warrant.—
Mary Ramsey
Updated June 4,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
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The winner will oversee 10,000 sheriff’s deputies that patrol 153 unincorporated communities and 42 of 88 cities that contract for law enforcement services.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
4 June 2026
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That total includes 4,428 rescues, 84,676 preventative actions, 34,723 enforcement contacts, and 1,807 medical aids.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
4 June 2026
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Balance aids in handling the inevitable turbulence.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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“Assistants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assistants. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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