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as in aided
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end
offered to help her widowed father when he moved into an apartment
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as in relieved
to make more bearable or less severe
the new ointment didn't help Josh's sunburn one bit
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as in prevented
to keep from happening by taking action in advance
they couldn't help the way things turned out
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as in benefited
to provide with something useful or desirable
being independently wealthy certainly helped him during his years as a struggling young artist
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as in improved
to make better
some minor revisions would help this essay immensely
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Recent Examples of helped
Lopez’s three-run home run helped the Trojans beat Texas A&M 7-1 to reach the NCAA super regionals for the first time in 21 years.
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Jose De Jesus Ortiz, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
Greek immigrants helped shape the city’s food scene by opening diners, sandwich shops and Italian restaurants as Charlotte grew.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
DuSable Lake Shore Drive was shut down in both directions, and at least one officer was helped into an ambulance.
—Desmon Yancy, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2026
That remains the case, Yosif said, noting that the US tapping into its strategic reserves has helped to blunt the effect of war’s oil supply crunch.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 2 June 2026
This began a strong run of collaborations with director Ryan Coogler, who helped further cement Jordan as a star with Creed (2015) and Black Panther (2018).
—Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
According to the company, its recruiting systems have helped generate qualified driver leads with a notable conversion rate in a highly competitive labor market.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Bednar started at the literal bottom with Colorado and helped build this team into an outright juggernaut.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 2 June 2026
That was one of at least four plays on defense that helped keep the Phillies from adding on.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Jose De Jesus Ortiz, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
Greek immigrants helped shape the city’s food scene by opening diners, sandwich shops and Italian restaurants as Charlotte grew.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
DuSable Lake Shore Drive was shut down in both directions, and at least one officer was helped into an ambulance.
—Desmon Yancy, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2026
That remains the case, Yosif said, noting that the US tapping into its strategic reserves has helped to blunt the effect of war’s oil supply crunch.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 2 June 2026
This began a strong run of collaborations with director Ryan Coogler, who helped further cement Jordan as a star with Creed (2015) and Black Panther (2018).
—Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
According to the company, its recruiting systems have helped generate qualified driver leads with a notable conversion rate in a highly competitive labor market.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Bednar started at the literal bottom with Colorado and helped build this team into an outright juggernaut.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 2 June 2026
That was one of at least four plays on defense that helped keep the Phillies from adding on.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for helped
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His dominance on the glass (four offensive boards) and overall defense aided the Knicks throughout the night.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
4 June 2026
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The offense aided Royals right-hander Luinder Avila in his second career start.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
2 June 2026
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He was relieved by fellow freshman right-hander Gavin Lauridsen, who failed to retire a batter while giving up two runs on two hits and two walks.—
Jose de Jesus Ortiz,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Freshman right-hander Gavin Lauridsen relieved him but failed to retire a batter while giving up two runs on two hits and two walks.—
Oc Register,
Oc Register,
1 June 2026
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Only victory on penalties for PSG against Arsenal in last Saturday's Champions League final prevented an English clean sweep after wins for Aston Villa and Palace in the Europa League and Europa Conference League.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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Her calls for help procuring a Jell-O shot turned to asking for a ride home, because her medical conditions prevented her from walking home.—
Sean Joseph OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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And that could be especially true now, considering the recent record stock performance many investors have benefited from.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Few players have benefited as much as Champagnie.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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Past research has shown that breast cancer patients who lose weight through treatment or surgery have improved heart health and longevity.—
Ken Alltucker,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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All the same, the team improved dramatically right away, posting its first winning season in the Sacramento era and losing a thrilling first-round playoff series to the Utah Jazz.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
2 June 2026
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The team leapt to a 2-0 lead early in the first half thanks to the majesty and refreshing return-to-form of Christian Pulisic, who assisted on the first goal and finished off the second.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
1 June 2026
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Federal agents and local law enforcement met the aircraft upon arrival and assisted with the investigation.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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The city has fallen back on multiple tax measures to draw more money, though spending cuts have also alleviated — for now — yearly deficits in the General Purpose Fund budget, which pays for most salaries and daily operations.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
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In exclusive interview with USA TODAY, Kevin Brosseau says the US-Canada effort has alleviated the fentanyl crisis but that nitazenes and others pose a threat.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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The lack of risk-taking has helped keep a lid on financial flows, while supply levers have averted the worst hit to the market.—
Devika Krishna Kumar,
Fortune,
6 June 2026
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During the crisis, all crews and firefighters could do was spray cool water on the tank, hoping that by cooling it down, tragedy could be averted.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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“Helped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/helped. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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