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as in to reinforce
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
a couple of tournament wins would bolster the extravagant claims that have been made on behalf of the young golfer
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Recent Examples of bolster
Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 6 Nov. 2025
To seize this moment, scaling up must be treated as a discipline, supported by coherent, forward-thinking policies that bolster American factories and workers.
—Shilpan Amin, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2025
The new generation features several interior improvements, including new seats constructed with better materials and stronger bolsters.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2025
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Verb
The Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund’s pending purchase of Electronic Arts, agreed in partnership with Silver Lake and Affinity Partners in September, is set to bolster PIF’s holdings in mobile gaming—by far the most popular way users interact with the industry worldwide.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 6 Nov. 2025
To seize this moment, scaling up must be treated as a discipline, supported by coherent, forward-thinking policies that bolster American factories and workers.
—Shilpan Amin, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Noun
A little bolster goes a long way.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2025
The new generation features several interior improvements, including new seats constructed with better materials and stronger bolsters.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bolster
Verb
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As national headlines rightfully celebrated Parks’ courage and the charismatic leadership of King in fomenting and sustaining the boycott, Gilmore continued to cook in quiet obscurity.—
Time,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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The same principles of careful selection, consistent maintenance, and thorough training that sustained his fleet now guide his thinking about financial systems and education.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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China’s most powerful Communist leader in decades has built a reputation reinforced by state media during his 12-year rule as a serious and steady hand.—
Chris Lau,
CNN Money,
4 Nov. 2025
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Completing each task gives your brain a small reward, reinforcing calm and focus when the kitchen gets hectic.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Housed in an early 20th-century former bank at 469 North Canon Drive, the boutique preserves its original architectural detailing, arches and columns, lending itself to Casablanca’s signature design DNA.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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Short-foot activation Stand barefoot and gently press your toes into the floor while drawing the ball of your foot slightly toward your heel, creating a subtle arch.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Chairwoman Robyn Denholm urged shareholders to support it, warning in a letter Monday that the company risks losing significant value if the deal fails and Musk opts to step down as chief executive.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
3 Nov. 2025
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Boone is currently on the international leg of his tour supporting his second studio album American Heart.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
2 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The farm's apple pies have captured the hearts of people not only southeastern Wisconsin, but also in northeastern Illinois and southwestern Michigan, where the pies are sold — a sign of their beloved status among Midwesterners that has been confirmed by this bracket.—
Angelika Ytuarte,
jsonline.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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Both sides of the bracket bring separate challenges, Groth said.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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North also styled her hair in braids like Dionne and carried a small black leather handbag.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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This year, a replica of the Seneca Chief, which carried Clinton in 1825, set out from Buffalo on the canal.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Support for late value form became a pillar of the climate politics of the Biden administration.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Ice Climb Grand Island’s Trout Bay Michigan’s ice climbing capital offers more than 100 routes, from beginner WI2 pillars to expert WI6 curtains.—
Outside,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Manfred upheld Hill’s decision.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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Barton said that Tractor Supply has effectively controlled product costs while upholding its promise of everyday low pricing, delivering consistently affordable products without depending on promotional sales.—
Hadley Hitson,
Nashville Tennessean,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Bolster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bolster. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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