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also reenforces
as in bolsters
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 reinforces
While secondary to the platform’s primary function, this feature reinforces the brand’s emphasis on meeting face-to-face.
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Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
This latest incident reinforces those fears.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Mar. 2026
The propensity for leftists to make politics central to their identity and derive meaning in life primarily from it also both reinforces and is reinforced by their discontent with just about everything around them.
—Bradley Gitz, Arkansas Online, 23 Mar. 2026
Multiple forms of hyaluronic acid deliver a generous dose of hydration, while hydrolyzed collagen reinforces the moisture barrier.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Mar. 2026
This can lead to marginalization, which subsequently reinforces the sense of community felt within the fandom, Han’s research found.
—Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
Materials, produce, and products are sourced locally wherever possible and chef Mauro Colagreco’s commitment to circular gastronomy further reinforces the hotel’s eco-conscious approach.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
The result also reinforces that Mars is now a planet that is almost frozen in time, with lands that are far more undisturbed than any on Earth.
—Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 18 Mar. 2026
Their continued presence in Shanghai reinforces the city’s role as a platform for Chinese design talent even as these brands expand internationally.
—Yiling Pan, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026
Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
This latest incident reinforces those fears.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Mar. 2026
The propensity for leftists to make politics central to their identity and derive meaning in life primarily from it also both reinforces and is reinforced by their discontent with just about everything around them.
—Bradley Gitz, Arkansas Online, 23 Mar. 2026
Multiple forms of hyaluronic acid deliver a generous dose of hydration, while hydrolyzed collagen reinforces the moisture barrier.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Mar. 2026
This can lead to marginalization, which subsequently reinforces the sense of community felt within the fandom, Han’s research found.
—Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 22 Mar. 2026
Materials, produce, and products are sourced locally wherever possible and chef Mauro Colagreco’s commitment to circular gastronomy further reinforces the hotel’s eco-conscious approach.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2026
The result also reinforces that Mars is now a planet that is almost frozen in time, with lands that are far more undisturbed than any on Earth.
—Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 18 Mar. 2026
Their continued presence in Shanghai reinforces the city’s role as a platform for Chinese design talent even as these brands expand internationally.
—Yiling Pan, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforces
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The recording bolsters the appearance that Nathan’s The Agency Group — a top PR shop in the entertainment industry whose clients have included Drake and Johnny Depp, and has frequently worked with Freedman — deployed websites featuring character-assassinating claims about Ghost.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Mar. 2026
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Musgrove’s history of performing well and working through maladies bolsters the Padres’ confidence.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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From his perspective, this approach supports a more cohesive working environment where teams can operate effectively without excessive oversight.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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Walmart introduced an in-app ChatGPT service on Tuesday that supports linking, loyalty and Walmart payments, OpenAI said.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
24 Mar. 2026
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Like Season 1’s Ronald Gladden, Anthony Norman proves there really are a few lovely gems still sprinkled among our ever-eroding society.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2026
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Keep promises small and specific, then share a realistic timeline that proves your commitment and gives you space to work.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Landgraf confirms construction on the current phase will be done by May 15.—
Ryan Hughes,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Kari said the ruling confirms there were never any issues with the schools that were excluded from the program.—
Silas Allen,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Mar. 2026
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