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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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prop (up)
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Macdonald-King said the new charging facility is designed to serve as a transfer point between the specialized trucks that carry freight from the port and other trucks that ply the interstate highways to the east and north.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025 -
Loading media onto the watch, even basic offline maps, is such a hassle that even Apple has resigned itself to the fact that most people will end up carrying their phone instead.—
Adrienne So,
Wired News,
24 Apr. 2025
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That came after a two-goal and one assist performance in Game 2, and a two-assist night in Game 1.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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The Trump administration first designated the Houthi rebels as a terrorist organization in 2021, but the designation was revoked by Democratic President Joe Biden, largely to assist with Yemen's humanitarian crisis, often described as one of the worst in the world.—
Neda Ulaby,
NPR,
26 Apr. 2025
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Enough jaw-dropping critical injuries are sustained by characters in The Raid to overcrowd the Pitt.—
Andy Crump,
Time,
26 Apr. 2025
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More flexible funding from donors is required to sustain this important work.—
Sarah Ferguson,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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This event united golfers, sponsors, donors, vendors and volunteers to aid families facing financial and emotional hardships caring for a critically ill child — some of which include homelessness, hunger and depression.—
Sharon Hlapcich,
Oc Register,
1 May 2025
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Nearly every element of the federal student aid system, from grants to aid disbursement to repayment plans and loan forgiveness programs, would be impacted if the plan is enacted.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Powertec’s equipment, designed by those who use it, supports lifting up to 1,000 pounds, which is significantly higher than the industry standard.—
Kaitlyn Gomez,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Maryland Matters is part of States Newsroom, a network of news bureaus supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a 501(c)(3) public charity.—
Christine Condon,
Baltimore Sun,
1 May 2025
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Bucky is helping Yelena lead the team, which is apparently now locked in a copyright battle with Sam Wilson, who seems to want to start his own non-governmental Avengers squad.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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Hours after the alleged murder, the FBI helped find and arrest the men.—
Alexandra Koch , Bill Melugin,
FOXNews.com,
4 May 2025
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For First-Class Mail, the current service standard day range of 1-5 days is staying the same, while the day ranges for end-to-end Marketing Mail, Periodicals, and Package Services are being shortened.—
Bonnie Bolden,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Neither is fleet afoot, and there are warranted worries about Ewers’ ability to stay healthy for prolonged stretches.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2025
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However, bolstering domestic film and television production is in line with Trump’s agenda to bring jobs back from overseas, more generally.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
2 May 2025
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And more than 260 Su-30 ground attack jets bolster India’s force.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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“Prop (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prop%20%28up%29. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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