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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
Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 8 July 2025
Mamdani is unelectable: His economic policies would set New York City back and his stance on Israel bolsters hate.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 20 June 2025
Tasneem Nashrulla, semafor.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Construction is underway on Milwaukee's $17 million South Shore Cruise Dock as the city looks to bolster its growing cruise industry.
—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Senate Bill 9 bolsters climate resilience in infrastructure, its proponents said, while House Bill 5004 supports the renewable energy industry and sets a statewide net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2050.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 8 July 2025
Mamdani is unelectable: His economic policies would set New York City back and his stance on Israel bolsters hate.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 20 June 2025
Noun
Eastern European states have bolstered security since Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Finland building a wall and Poland adding minefields.
—Tasneem Nashrulla, semafor.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Construction is underway on Milwaukee's $17 million South Shore Cruise Dock as the city looks to bolster its growing cruise industry.
—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bolster
Verb
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Alabama defensive tackle Jeremiah Beaman is likely out for the season after sustaining a lower-body injury at Wednesday’s practice, coach Kalen DeBoer said on his radio show Wednesday night.—
Matthew Ho,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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The warning forecasts sustained surface winds, or frequent gusts, in the range of 34 knots (39 mph) to 47 knots (54 mph), either predicted or occurring, and not directly associated with a tropical cyclone, the NWS glossary explains.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Scallops are the dainty little detail that never goes out of style, and in fact, reinforces a decor piece’s nostalgic vibe.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Meduna controversially sought to block the natural light emanating through the neo Gothic arches on the main facade, in an attempt to protect the famed painting.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
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At the Colosseum, arches frame centuries of spectacle—while nearby, the Roman Forum crumbles with quiet authority.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The red edges and soft fabric give them an elegant look while their memory foam insole keeps feet supported and comfortable with every step.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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For Jamaica, how and where field event athletes can be better supported, and, for governing bodies, whether multiple medallists moving from one country to another at once sets another bad precedent.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Fat Bear Week 2025 participants NPS has not yet announced bracket reveals and bear bios for this year's edition.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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The watches are popular among celebrities of a certain income bracket, too.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The couple recently came under much media scrutiny when Abby and her conjoined twin sister, Brittany, both 35, were spotted carrying a newborn baby while running errands last month.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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According to a five-pillar plan shared with CNBC, Cruz also aims to create federal standards for AI, prevent AI from being used in harmful ways such as scams, allow free speech and address ethical concerns.—
Emily Wilkins,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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China has committed $9B+ to its National Stem Cell Program, making regenerative medicine a pillar of state science.—
Sindhya Valloppillil,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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In September 2024, the city sent the brothers a notice of default — a formal communication when there is a failure to uphold a term of a contract.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Adelman last week rejected that argument and upheld the July recommendation of a magistrate judge who also ruled that the case could proceed.—
Scott Bauer,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Bolster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bolster. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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