as in assistance
an act or instance of helping
a key endorsement that would give the struggling candidate a real leg up right now
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Recent Examples of leg up
Clark, however, sees such a platform mostly giving a leg up to large mainstream chocolate providers that try to closely control for consistency, batch after batch.
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Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 18 Aug. 2025
Adopted By Professional Chefs Made In started at the top of the pyramid with professional chefs, where Kalick’s family business gave him a leg up and proof-of-concept that its cookware can perform in professional kitchens and stand up under the pressure.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025
While money isn’t everything — plenty of candidates outraise their opponents and still lose, Kowal said — social media is a way to get a leg up on fundraising and contact with voters.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2025
While Musk’s ambitious plans could give it a leg up on other American competitors that have yet to hit the mass market, Chinese companies have been racing to make their models more affordable.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 13 Aug. 2025
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Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 18 Aug. 2025
Adopted By Professional Chefs Made In started at the top of the pyramid with professional chefs, where Kalick’s family business gave him a leg up and proof-of-concept that its cookware can perform in professional kitchens and stand up under the pressure.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025
While money isn’t everything — plenty of candidates outraise their opponents and still lose, Kowal said — social media is a way to get a leg up on fundraising and contact with voters.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2025
While Musk’s ambitious plans could give it a leg up on other American competitors that have yet to hit the mass market, Chinese companies have been racing to make their models more affordable.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 13 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leg up
Noun
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Social media rumors falsely claim Section 8 housing assistance will have a two-year cap or be ended entirely.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
26 Aug. 2025
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Without certification, Beyerlein cannot get WTC Health Program assistance paying her medical bills or receive other compensation for the toll her disease has taken on her life, should it be shown to have been caused by her Ground Zero exposure.—
Liz Neporent,
ABC News,
26 Aug. 2025
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Bueckers tallied 16 points and matched her career high with 10 assists, recording her second points–assists double-double of the season.—
Grant Afseth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Aug. 2025
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And rightfully so, since Moralez became only the fifth player in MLS history to reach 20 assists in a season.—
Michael Lewis,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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The report touted various incidents where the programs have been useful, such as a sheriff’s office responding to online threats of mass violence and charging an individual, a neo-Nazi being encouraged to access mental health services and a hospital referring a troubled student to a support clinic.—
Curt Devine,
CNN Money,
30 Aug. 2025
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Breaking the supermajority means any gubernatorial nominee in the state would need at least some Democratic support to be confirmed.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Aug. 2025
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That’s why, when the tax authorities come calling, taxpayers often seek out professional help.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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As a strict government funding deadline approaches by the end of September, Republicans need 60 votes in the Senate — and help from Democrats — to pass a budget bill and avoid a shutdown.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Cowboys-Eagles Touchdown Scorer 50% Profit Boost Token One of the best offers available within the DraftKings Sportsbook app is the 50% profit boost token that can be used for any touchdown scorer bet before the opening kickoff of Cowboys-Eagles tomorrow night.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Fort Worth’s reputation as a place to plant roots just got a boost.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Sep. 2025
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Several supporters arrived from Helping Hands for Ukraine — a nonprofit that helps provide supplies and aid to Ukrainians affected by the war with Russia.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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Its impressive nutritional profile may help promote fullness, support bone and heart health, aid in blood sugar regulation, and boost your intake of important nutrients like protein and calcium.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
25 Aug. 2025
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“Leg up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leg%20up. Accessed 7 Sep. 2025.
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