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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
Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 11 July 2025
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
Medora Lee, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Besides bolstering SonyLIV’s Hindi-language slate, Khan’s top priorities include strengthening the platform’s audience in other language markets.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2025
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Verb
The tiered, three-passenger saddle has bolsters for lower-back support as well as cruise control.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 11 July 2025
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
Noun
Additionally, Social Security needs to be bolstered, experts say.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Besides bolstering SonyLIV’s Hindi-language slate, Khan’s top priorities include strengthening the platform’s audience in other language markets.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bolster
Verb
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Few characters, real or imaginary, have sustained this type of stage and screen presence for so many decades.—
Michael Taube,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Everyone’s voice matters, and everyone is expected to contribute—not just creatively, but in building and sustaining the project as a whole.—
Caterina De Biasio,
Vogue,
11 Sep. 2025
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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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Green Street’s impressive large white arches — referred to as wickets and reaching 25 feet in height — also incorporate design elements of Everything Changes with a Dream with maple-leaf patterns similar to the large sculpture.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
11 Sep. 2025
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Cutaway sides leave the arch exposed, balanced by a slim stiletto heel measuring just over four inches.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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With this historic achievement, Tillman now extends that legacy to supporting actor in a drama.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
15 Sep. 2025
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Adolescence was a big winner on the night, also taking best limited series as well as Erin Doherty winning best supporting actress and Owen Cooper becoming the youngest-ever winner for best supporting actor in a limited series.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Those numbers include not only tax brackets, but penalties for late returns, tax delinquencies, and missed forms and returns.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Our College Football Playoff predictor will continue to update every week with odds to make the 12-team bracket.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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At around the same time, a tall, college-aged man carrying a black backpack made his way up the stairwell of the nearby Losee Center, a four-story concrete building that houses the student welcome center, among other things.—
Rick Jervis,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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Green had 2 carries for 21 yards on the possession, and his 15-yard pass to Jalen Brown on second-and-10 was a key play early in the drive.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 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
Verb
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After a lengthy review, the call was upheld.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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In August, an appeals court upheld Chen’s original order.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Bolster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bolster. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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