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
James Nalton, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Setter Nayelis Cabello has distributed the ball efficiently with 117 assists, while middle Cara Cresse provides reliable production in the front row.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
In the Patriot League, James McDermod finished with a goal and a pair of assists as Hanover blanked North Quincy, 3-0.
—Kristina Banahan, Boston Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
Maria Kliundikova had 12 points off the bench, Alanna Smith had 11 points, and Courtney Williams contributed eight points and five assists.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 10 Sep. 2025
Veronica Burton had 14 points and 11 assists in the loss.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
But tag-ins and assists are still essential and, honestly, easier than ever.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 9 Sep. 2025
Burton is also the only player in the league this season with three games of at least 10 assists and zero turnovers.
—Ben Pickman, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 9 Sep. 2025
The Center assists states, districts, and providers in implementing OBC, with a focus on innovation, mutual accountability, and continuous improvement.
—Raymond Pierce, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Now, Osman, who also works as an interpreter, often assists refugees at the shop with travel visas, green card applications and document translation.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Should benefit from playing alongside better players than at Palace and is capable of reaching double figures in both the goals and assists columns.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
Kitsch infused Edwards with the vibe of a wisecracking San Diego surfer who loyally assists Reece.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025
Abrupt changes can amplify wave drag and steepen the shock signature, so this smoothing also assists in mitigating the sonic boom.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2025
The program assists eligible PNW students with comprehensive services that support their college journeys through graduation and preparation for entering the workforce or graduate school.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2025
Drone technology that assists responders to school shootings is set to be trialed in Florida.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
Noun
Those running the game noticed that defensive midfielders were often ignored by FPL managers, while the defenders rarely involved in goals or assists were not getting the rewards for their defensive play beyond clean sheets.
—James Nalton, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Setter Nayelis Cabello has distributed the ball efficiently with 117 assists, while middle Cara Cresse provides reliable production in the front row.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025
In the Patriot League, James McDermod finished with a goal and a pair of assists as Hanover blanked North Quincy, 3-0.
—Kristina Banahan, Boston Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
Maria Kliundikova had 12 points off the bench, Alanna Smith had 11 points, and Courtney Williams contributed eight points and five assists.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 10 Sep. 2025
Veronica Burton had 14 points and 11 assists in the loss.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
But tag-ins and assists are still essential and, honestly, easier than ever.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 9 Sep. 2025
Burton is also the only player in the league this season with three games of at least 10 assists and zero turnovers.
—Ben Pickman, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
Walkinshaw not only assists Democrats by narrowing the majority but also will likely be one more signature to add to the discharge petition to force a vote on a bipartisan bill to release the Jeffrey Epstein files.
—Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 9 Sep. 2025
The Center assists states, districts, and providers in implementing OBC, with a focus on innovation, mutual accountability, and continuous improvement.
—Raymond Pierce, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Now, Osman, who also works as an interpreter, often assists refugees at the shop with travel visas, green card applications and document translation.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Should benefit from playing alongside better players than at Palace and is capable of reaching double figures in both the goals and assists columns.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
Kitsch infused Edwards with the vibe of a wisecracking San Diego surfer who loyally assists Reece.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025
Abrupt changes can amplify wave drag and steepen the shock signature, so this smoothing also assists in mitigating the sonic boom.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2025
The program assists eligible PNW students with comprehensive services that support their college journeys through graduation and preparation for entering the workforce or graduate school.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2025
Drone technology that assists responders to school shootings is set to be trialed in Florida.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assists
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These are supports, as Crazy Bull explains, are as vital as what happens in classrooms and labs.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Geriatric care managers are generally people with medical and social services training (usually nurses and social workers) who have particular expertise in creating care plans that cover medical interventions and the creation of everyday life routines and supports for people with particular needs.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
10 Sep. 2025
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The technique is also critical in material science for understanding the properties of materials, which aids in the design of new ones.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Sep. 2025
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Promotes Digestive Health The fiber in avocados aids digestive health by increasing gut bacteria diversity and promoting regularity.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Rather than rendering aid or notifying emergency personnel, Sellers told co-workers that a ‘woman fell in the parking lot’ and needed help.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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About Nassau Street Partners Nassau Street Partners is a modern capital advisory firm that helps companies and sponsors raise $1 million to $50 million from global family offices, strategic investors, and high-net-worth individuals.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Salmon Salmon is rich in omega-3 and vitamin D, and helps to stimulate collagen production within the skin.—
Alessandra Signorelli,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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That could happen unless more of them reap economic benefits – such as faster revenue growth and considerable boosts in productivity.—
Peter Cohan,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Bet boosts are one of the best parts about signing up with bet365 Sportsbook.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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It not only moisturizes, but also lifts, firms, and plumps the skin simultaneously.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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But if inflation stays elevated and the Fed holds—or lifts—rates to fight it, those future cash flows get discounted at a higher rate, shrinking today’s value.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The agents pushed him against a metal fence, put his hands behind his back and twisted his arm, according to the lawsuit.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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As the sun was setting, hundreds of North Texans — many clad in black — gathered with candles and posters in their hands and solidarity in their hearts.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Assists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assists. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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