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as in supports
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
used additional beams to bolster the ceiling
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as in reinforces
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 bolsters
Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Musgrove’s history of performing well and working through maladies bolsters the Padres’ confidence.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
More hires are expected in coming months as the company bolsters the film distribution operation.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 9 Mar. 2026
In Abbas Kiarostami’s work, embracing the way that people who aren’t in the movie business talk and move bolsters the films’ documentary essence.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 25 Feb. 2026
The new retail arrival bolsters Stonebriar Centre, which is set to bring in others this year.
—Brian Womack, Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026
Or to put it another way, each investment bolsters resilience, but that requires proactive leadership and capital planning.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 19 Feb. 2026
The proposal bolsters a 2017 law generally barring cities from passing laws to limit short-term rentals.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
This is the perfect pillow for her since its firm feel bolsters her neck and back as needed.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
The recording bolsters the appearance that Nathan’s The Agency Group — a top PR shop in the entertainment industry whose clients have included Drake and Johnny Depp, and has frequently worked with Freedman — deployed websites featuring character-assassinating claims about Ghost.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Musgrove’s history of performing well and working through maladies bolsters the Padres’ confidence.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
More hires are expected in coming months as the company bolsters the film distribution operation.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 9 Mar. 2026
In Abbas Kiarostami’s work, embracing the way that people who aren’t in the movie business talk and move bolsters the films’ documentary essence.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 25 Feb. 2026
The new retail arrival bolsters Stonebriar Centre, which is set to bring in others this year.
—Brian Womack, Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026
Or to put it another way, each investment bolsters resilience, but that requires proactive leadership and capital planning.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 19 Feb. 2026
The proposal bolsters a 2017 law generally barring cities from passing laws to limit short-term rentals.
—Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
This is the perfect pillow for her since its firm feel bolsters her neck and back as needed.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bolsters
Verb
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The opponents alleged the money stemmed from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, which advocates for Israel’s interests and supports both Democrats and Republicans.—
Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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The roughly 93-square-mile base houses the 49th Wing, which supports national security work and includes combat-ready airmen and guardians, according to its website.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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The result also reinforces that Mars is now a planet that is almost frozen in time, with lands that are far more undisturbed than any on Earth.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
18 Mar. 2026
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Their continued presence in Shanghai reinforces the city’s role as a platform for Chinese design talent even as these brands expand internationally.—
Yiling Pan,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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Bill McMahon of Bethel Park, a friend of Keene, also filled out 12 brackets, but chose between four different possible national championship picks, which were Michigan, Duke, Arizona and Arkansas.—
Josh Taylor,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Spiro found that in any standard, single-elimination tournament with n teams, there exists a set of n⁄2 brackets that can be used to determine the actual results of the tournament games, no matter how the tournament goes.—
Emma R. Hasson,
Scientific American,
19 Mar. 2026
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What starts as a series that aims to subvert the heist genre at every turn – amped with thrilling life-or-death stakes, family dynamics, and explosive action – gives birth to an exploration of what drives us, sustains us, and ultimately destroys us.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
18 Mar. 2026
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Pet owners face a maximum fine of $500 and up to six months in county jail if the pet dies or sustains a significant physical injury while left unattended in the vehicle.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
16 Mar. 2026
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The foyer has a step-up entry from the front door, which feels elegant, and the living room is spacious with lovely touches in every direction — notice the built-ins with the arches that bookend the fireplace.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
23 Mar. 2026
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With wide arches and deep concrete coffers, Weese created memorable modern spaces that have stood the test of time while providing inspiring and convenient mass transportation across the city.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
Verb
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As the United States ventures into war with Iran, the nation carries lessons learned from past conflicts, including Vietnam.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
22 Mar. 2026
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Ohio State carries second- or third-weekend potential around guards Jaloni Cambridge and Chance Gray.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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These are all pillars of today’s legal, ethical, medical and social consensus around end-of-life care.—
Robert S. Olick,
The Conversation,
23 Mar. 2026
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Eco effort Restoration, preservation and locality are key pillars for property.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
Verb
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If the city upholds QuikTrip’s permit, Schaffer said Publication Printers could choose to pursue the matter in state district court.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
16 Mar. 2026
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Wood questioned what kind of example Board members set when they are not held to the same rigorous standards to which the district upholds its students.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Bolsters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bolsters. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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