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also reenforce
as in to bolster
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
letters of recommendation that reinforced the committee's opinion of the candidate
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Recent Examples of reinforce
New Fed chair Kevin Warsh struck a more hawkish tone this week, reinforcing concerns that interest rates could start rising over the coming few months.
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Justina Lee,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
The New York unit will open on Madison Avenue in December, followed by one on London’s New Bond Street in April 2027, reinforcing the brand’s international ambitions.
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Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
19 June 2026
The Bay Area’s marine layer has been back and seemingly reinforced with power for a few days following the hottest heat wave since March.
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Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
Mota, a fellow Venezuelan native, sat with Ballesteros and reinforced the message the Cubs had delivered, hoping to lessen the sting for a usually confident player.
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Andy Martinez,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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Justina Lee,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
The New York unit will open on Madison Avenue in December, followed by one on London’s New Bond Street in April 2027, reinforcing the brand’s international ambitions.
—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
19 June 2026
The Bay Area’s marine layer has been back and seemingly reinforced with power for a few days following the hottest heat wave since March.
—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
Mota, a fellow Venezuelan native, sat with Ballesteros and reinforced the message the Cubs had delivered, hoping to lessen the sting for a usually confident player.
—
Andy Martinez,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for reinforce
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforce
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Countries affected by the disruption are expected to bolster energy stockpiles, direct resources to ramp up domestic production, and pursue alternative supply routes to reduce dependence on a single chokepoint.
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Such lifting of sanctions all but guarantees that the Iranian regime will be bolstered mere months after protests brought it to the brink of collapse.
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None of the allegations in the Georgia lawsuit have been proven in court, and the defendants have yet to file responses to the complaint.
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The firms asked the judge to dismiss the case Wednesday, arguing Uber had failed to prove fraud.
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The organization is seeking investors willing to accept modest returns in exchange for preserving historic buildings, supporting local businesses and maintaining the character of West Marin communities.
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Clear expectations help everyone support your goals.
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“Reinforce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforce. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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