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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
Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 30 Jan. 2026
Micron is investing heavily, with FY2026 capex forecasted to be around $20B to bolster HBM4 capacity and new fabs in Idaho and New York.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Julia Forbes, Wired News, 20 Sep. 2025
Comfort, or a carbon-fiber racing seat, with aggressive side bolsters.
—Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Such acts are useful for bolstering your own political side, for creating a sense of solidarity.
—Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 30 Jan. 2026
Micron is investing heavily, with FY2026 capex forecasted to be around $20B to bolster HBM4 capacity and new fabs in Idaho and New York.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Noun
The bolster is filled with buckwheat hulls that make some soft swishing noises (like the inside of a beanbag chair).
—Julia Forbes, Wired News, 20 Sep. 2025
Comfort, or a carbon-fiber racing seat, with aggressive side bolsters.
—Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bolster
Verb
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The classroom where the fire happened was the only one to sustain fire damage, but other classrooms sustained minor damage, according to police.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Sakura Square can mirror the success of other cultural destinations, like Seattle’s Chinatown, where 76% of spending comes from non-residents, driving regional visitation and sustaining Downtown vibrancy.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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These tubes can also reinforce polymers or metals while maintaining conductivity.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Jan. 2026
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As Morrison pointed out, representations and practices can be mutually reinforcing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The wrong pair can mean shin splints or sore arches halfway through a trip, and no vacation is worth that.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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Built during the 12th through 16th centuries, these medieval masterpieces were born out of Romanesque architecture, which saw churches designed with thick walls, round arches, and large towers.—
Stefanie Waldek,
Architectural Digest,
9 Jan. 2026
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The designer honors his Azerbaijani heritage, working with artisans from across Azerbaijan and Georgia to create rich, unique textures, while helping to support rural communities and preserve fading artisanal skills.—
Amy O’Brien,
Vogue,
30 Jan. 2026
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Democrats have vowed not to support the funding measure unless there are guardrails placed on the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
30 Jan. 2026
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Many probably had their brackets busted by Texas A&M's loss to Miami, then Miami's (bigger) upset of Ohio State.—
American-Statesman staff,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Jan. 2026
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Perhaps there was some pressure after signing a new contract that moved him into the $4 million AAV bracket.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Three agents are then seen carrying the man away from the scene by his arms and one of his legs.—
Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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Art carries wellness benefits, as well.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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The geologic monocline extends almost 100 miles and is surrounded by white sandstone domes, towering monoliths, and otherworldly pillars and arches.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
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As prosecutor general, Saab has been a key legal pillar of Nicolás Maduro’s government, overseeing cases against opposition leaders, protesters, journalists and civil society activists.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2026
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That support has given me the strength to keep pushing forward, for integrity, accountability, and a sport that truly upholds the values that brought us together to compete.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Our list includes the American Civil Liberties Union, which has spent more than a century defending the Constitution, using litigation and advocacy to uphold the rule of law when state power drifts toward authoritarian abuse.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Bolster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bolster. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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