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prop (up)

verb

Definition of prop (up)

as in to carry

to hold up or serve as a foundation for these beams are propping up the entire roof

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as in to assist

to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end invariably his strong religious faith props him up in times of crisis

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Verb

That version would carry 10MJ electromagnetic armor and about five tonnes of advanced energy storage.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2026
Authorities didn't comment on the drone's origin or purpose, saying further investigation was needed, but two senior officials said the device was likely carrying explosives.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of carry

Verb

The sheriff's office's drone was used to assist in checking the approximately 28-acre property and helped identify old kennel and animal-confinement areas.

— River Valley Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
By assisting Japan in stabilizing its currency, the White House was effectively guarding against a potentially large sale of T-bills.

— Steve Kopack, NBC news, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of assist

Verb

Though the intent is exciting, Arbeloa’s side have so far been unable to capitalise on their own opportunities to make their high-risk strategy look like something that can realistically be sustained.

— Thom Harris, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Its systems target military spacecraft that need sustained electrical power and greater operational flexibility.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of sustain

Verb

This was aided by Villa being a more accomplished possessional side and Hull rarely pressing.

— Aston Villa, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Seattle's Super Bowl win in February was aided by having a strong corps of wide receivers for quarterback Sam Darnold to throw to, led by Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

— Andrew Greif, NBC news, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of aid

Verb

If the folks in charge really fixed the offensive line, maybe new coach Todd Monken’s offense can create big plays and support a defense that still has top talent.

— Zac Jackson, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The documentary is narrated by actor Gary Sinise, whose own direction in life was profoundly affected by the attacks and ultimately inspired the creation of his foundation to support veterans, first responders, and their families.

— Amy DeLaura, The Washington Examiner, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of support

Verb

Current municipal spending trends can help an investor potentially predict what the next five years or so of the market could look like.

— Justin Donald, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
In his post, Zelenskyy said Ukraine has proposed that partners help secure an agreement with Russia for a ceasefire.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of help

Verb

Instead of explaining why something happened after the fact, the organization helps the customer stay ahead of it.

— Suresh Rajapakse, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Alabama considered Norvell as Nick Saban’s replacement in January 2024, but Alford and the Seminoles gave their coach a new contract to stay through 2031.

— Matt Baker, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of stay

Verb

Rutte pledged to increase support for Ukraine and bolster the 32-nation alliance's own defenses along its long eastern border with Russia.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 15 Sep. 2026
Rutte pledged to increase support for Ukraine and bolster the 32-nation alliance’s own defenses along its long eastern border with Russia.

— Claudia Ciobanu, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of bolster

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