as in supports
an act or instance of helping
with an assist from his dad, the youngster built a doghouse any canine would be proud to call home
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as in aids
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end
you can assist families in need by donating old clothes in good condition
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Recent Examples of assists
Daily News, 30 May 2026
Dearica Hamby added 14 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and four steals.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Dreyer has six goals, nine assists and an MLS-leading 44 key passes, proof that the top end of San Diego’s front line still plays at a Supporters’ Shield-contender level.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Fudd started the second half with the Wings’ first bucket, her second 3-pointer of the game, and kept the aggression going, finishing the game with 9-of-15 shooting with three rebounds and two assists.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026
Senesi joined Bournemouth in 2022 and has made 128 appearances across the four seasons, registering six goals and ten assists.
—David Ornstein, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Northwestern didn’t disappoint, led by Taylor, who had four goals and four assists.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
George Yang, PC Magazine, 26 May 2026
That’s why Julie Melnick, founder of SkySquad, which assists at the check-in counter all the way to the luggage carousel, advises senior clients to pack a blanket.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026
All-action Luis Milla of Getafe has more La Liga assists (nine) than anyone not playing for Madrid or Barca.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 22 May 2026
After surviving and recovering his armor, Fett assists Din before returning to Jabba’s Palace and taking over the late Hutt’s former operations.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 21 May 2026
Beyond restoring original features of courthouses, the program assists counties in bringing old buildings up to modern standards.
—Tanya Babbar, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
Many longtime guests are familiar with Wanda Bauder, who has worked there for about 20 years and now assists at the concierge desk.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 18 May 2026
This was also not the first time the WNBA has been in a scandal miscounting Caitlin Clark assists.
—Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026
Her organization is the political advocacy arm of CHIRLA, which assists families affected by immigration raids.
—Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026
Noun
Cameron Brink tied her season high with 16 points (14 in the first half), and Dearica Hamby added 14 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and four steals as the Sparks won for the fourth time in their past five games.
—Daily News, 30 May 2026
Dearica Hamby added 14 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and four steals.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Dreyer has six goals, nine assists and an MLS-leading 44 key passes, proof that the top end of San Diego’s front line still plays at a Supporters’ Shield-contender level.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Fudd started the second half with the Wings’ first bucket, her second 3-pointer of the game, and kept the aggression going, finishing the game with 9-of-15 shooting with three rebounds and two assists.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026
Senesi joined Bournemouth in 2022 and has made 128 appearances across the four seasons, registering six goals and ten assists.
—David Ornstein, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Northwestern didn’t disappoint, led by Taylor, who had four goals and four assists.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026
Verb
This assists you in understanding others during in-person conversations.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 26 May 2026
That’s why Julie Melnick, founder of SkySquad, which assists at the check-in counter all the way to the luggage carousel, advises senior clients to pack a blanket.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026
All-action Luis Milla of Getafe has more La Liga assists (nine) than anyone not playing for Madrid or Barca.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 22 May 2026
After surviving and recovering his armor, Fett assists Din before returning to Jabba’s Palace and taking over the late Hutt’s former operations.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 21 May 2026
Beyond restoring original features of courthouses, the program assists counties in bringing old buildings up to modern standards.
—Tanya Babbar, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
Many longtime guests are familiar with Wanda Bauder, who has worked there for about 20 years and now assists at the concierge desk.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 18 May 2026
This was also not the first time the WNBA has been in a scandal miscounting Caitlin Clark assists.
—Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026
Her organization is the political advocacy arm of CHIRLA, which assists families affected by immigration raids.
—Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assists
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In another Amsterdam photo, a pair of identical world globes, recalling Ghirri’s passion for cartography and atlases, rest on matching supports to conjure that oldest of surrealist tropes, a pair of staring eyes.—
James Quandt,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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During the restoration assessment process, experts and conservators have discovered corrosion affecting some internal metal supports beneath the fiberglass exterior.—
Brian Unger,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
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Regular watering also aids nutrient uptake, prevents water stress that can stall development, and results in a bigger harvest.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
23 May 2026
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The Tea3 Foundation aids children, military members and animals.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 May 2026
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Da Frisella is a godsend for children, for help-yourself please-all bowls of pasta and plenty of coloring activities.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists.—
Ian Cummings,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
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But a comment made by deputy commissioner Bill Daly during the annual State of the NHL news conference with commissioner Gary Bettman on Tuesday helps illustrate why the issue remains anything but easy for many with a stake in tournaments such as the 2028 World Cup.—
Chris Johnston,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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The distinction between smaller personal use versus high commercial volume is significant, and reporting catches helps maintain and track marine-life population.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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For astronomers like Key, scouring the skies for brief boosts in starlight is still the best hope for finding PBHs.—
Jonathan O'Callaghan,
Scientific American,
4 June 2026
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Along with the digital ad tax, Ventura and others are advocating for closing corporate tax loopholes, among other revenue boosts to the state from the wealthy.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
30 May 2026
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Accessibility Built recently enough to meet modern standards, Wymara includes step-free access to the lobby, restaurants, and pool area, with lifts to upper floors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The focus simply needs to move from face-lifts and custody battles to lobbyists and insider trading.—
Angelica Kalika,
The Conversation,
2 June 2026
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An elixir of citrus-and-honey and a cool towel are pressed into your hands.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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In her hands, this truth is giddy rather than gutting.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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“Assists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assists. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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