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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
Over time, that language reinforces unnecessary self-doubt.
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Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
To reinforce the spa’s work, the kitchen has designed a selection of nutrient-dense options, including anti-inflammatory salads and juices rich in polyphenols and amino acids.
—Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 4 June 2026
Evergreen is again hosting this student-run fest with some celebrity shine on its headliner, and a bevy of performers that reinforce Colorado’s identity as a roots-music haven.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 4 June 2026
Crews are working to construct and reinforce containment lines across the northern edge of the fire's perimeter, and are asking the public to stay away from the North Arm Road area.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 4 June 2026
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Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
To reinforce the spa’s work, the kitchen has designed a selection of nutrient-dense options, including anti-inflammatory salads and juices rich in polyphenols and amino acids.
—Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 4 June 2026
Evergreen is again hosting this student-run fest with some celebrity shine on its headliner, and a bevy of performers that reinforce Colorado’s identity as a roots-music haven.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 4 June 2026
Crews are working to construct and reinforce containment lines across the northern edge of the fire's perimeter, and are asking the public to stay away from the North Arm Road area.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforce
Verb
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The weekend also presents an ideal opportunity to bolster the defensive front.—
Jeff Sentell,
AJC.com,
29 May 2026
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Europe bolsters military alliances over Russia fears Mounting concern in Europe over Russia’s military ambitions — and a lack of confidence in US support — is driving new defense alliances across the continent.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
29 May 2026
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Canfield, as proven by her work in Stereophonic, is extremely able at playing a character with a pristine, almost porcelain surface and roiling depths.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
5 June 2026
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After all, those extensions that looked so good at your dinner and drinks might not prove as fun at the beach or water park.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
4 June 2026
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But among recent high-profile moves, Alibaba reportedly hired Google DeepMind researcher Hao Zhou to support Qwen AI development.—
Evelyn Cheng,Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
5 June 2026
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More than a dozen Republicans supported it.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
5 June 2026
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“Reinforce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforce. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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