as in assisting
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end
the Nobel-winning geneticist was of course backstopped in his research by a team of highly talented assistants
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Startups like NoamAI have introduced support systems powered by AI aimed at assisting the towers.—
Eoin Higgins,
Fortune,
29 Oct. 2025 -
That friend is alleged to have sold the information to others, and those others placed bets on the prop bet of Terry scoring under, assisting under, shooting under the line set by various bet houses.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
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Antibiotics, muscle relaxants and sedation can all play a role in aiding recovery.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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Even then, Machitar was still aiding Perez.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Oct. 2025
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The Mediheal Collagen Essential Beauty Mask, which has a mild fragrance and boosts skin with moisture while helping to tighten its appearance.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
29 Oct. 2025
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Chia seeds are tiny, edible seeds that pack a nutritional punch, helping to support stable blood sugar levels thanks to their high fiber and protein content.—
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Backstopping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backstopping. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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