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also reenforced
as in bolstered
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 reinforced
Bhakta, who grew up in the Texas Panhandle, said the experience reinforced his belief in gun control legislation.
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Emiliano Tahui Gómez, Austin American Statesman, 1 Mar. 2026
The Stretch Zion fabric is known (and highly-reviewed by many) for its durability, and here it’s reinforced with double-layered knees and a relaxed straight leg that moves easily uphill.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Mar. 2026
The canopy is extra durable and reinforced with a steel frame for stability, even on ultra-windy days.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
Cook pointed to the latest labor-market data released after the January meeting, which reinforced the view that conditions were stabilizing.
—Enda Curran, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
Affluent consumers keep spending Life Time's earnings reinforced that affluent Americans are still shelling out, especially on their health and wellness.
—Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2026
That power dynamic was reinforced Thursday when federal prosecutors in San Diego announced narco-terrorism charges and a $5 million bounty for René Arzate Garcia, who is accused of being a violent Sinaloa lieutenant loyal to the Mayitos.
—Alexandra Mendoza, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
But a battlefield promotion to Ayatollah was arranged, blending faith with politics in an exercise that critics said sullied both even before Khamenei reinforced his position by earthly means, elevating the IRGC.
—Karl Vick, Time, 28 Feb. 2026
And adults reinforced the child's sense of specialness by holding him to a higher standard.
—Gail Sheehy, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
Emiliano Tahui Gómez, Austin American Statesman, 1 Mar. 2026
The Stretch Zion fabric is known (and highly-reviewed by many) for its durability, and here it’s reinforced with double-layered knees and a relaxed straight leg that moves easily uphill.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Mar. 2026
The canopy is extra durable and reinforced with a steel frame for stability, even on ultra-windy days.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
Cook pointed to the latest labor-market data released after the January meeting, which reinforced the view that conditions were stabilizing.
—Enda Curran, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
Affluent consumers keep spending Life Time's earnings reinforced that affluent Americans are still shelling out, especially on their health and wellness.
—Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2026
That power dynamic was reinforced Thursday when federal prosecutors in San Diego announced narco-terrorism charges and a $5 million bounty for René Arzate Garcia, who is accused of being a violent Sinaloa lieutenant loyal to the Mayitos.
—Alexandra Mendoza, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
But a battlefield promotion to Ayatollah was arranged, blending faith with politics in an exercise that critics said sullied both even before Khamenei reinforced his position by earthly means, elevating the IRGC.
—Karl Vick, Time, 28 Feb. 2026
And adults reinforced the child's sense of specialness by holding him to a higher standard.
—Gail Sheehy, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforced
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The arrival of 41-year-old Thiago Silva has bolstered the back line further.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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McLaren hopes to be a contender after Pato O'Ward finished second in the standings last year, and Andretti Global has been bolstered by the addition of former Penske stalwart Will Power and other key hires.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Among independents, 28% supported the attack, while 59% opposed it.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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Bernier has supported sending the millage extension to voters.—
Steve Patterson,
Florida Times-Union,
4 Mar. 2026
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While lacking Khomeini’s theological standing, Khamenei proved to be politically shrewd.—
Abbas Al Lawati,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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Soon Emanuel was talking to Brian Grazer, and Bill Maher proved to be one of the more gregarious guests, chatting with a few excited art collectors.—
Nate Freeman,
Vanity Fair,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Reinforced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforced. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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