as in support
a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else
the consulting architect suggested using additional steel reinforcements to counteract the bridge's design flaw
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Recent Examples of reinforcement
The Mavericks can also look forward to reinforcements.
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Mike Curtis, Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
Each is hoping its version of the 2025 Patriots strategy — new coach, rookie-contract quarterback and reinforcements via free agency — changes that.
—Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 16 Mar. 2026
Both candidates pushed back by attacking Fine’s reinforcements.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 16 Mar. 2026
This can include making use of positive reinforcement and redirection.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 15 Mar. 2026
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Mike Curtis, Dallas Morning News, 17 Mar. 2026
Each is hoping its version of the 2025 Patriots strategy — new coach, rookie-contract quarterback and reinforcements via free agency — changes that.
—Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 16 Mar. 2026
Both candidates pushed back by attacking Fine’s reinforcements.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 16 Mar. 2026
This can include making use of positive reinforcement and redirection.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 15 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for reinforcement
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforcement
Noun
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The resolution was led by Ghana and received 123 votes in support and 3 against.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Mar. 2026
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An Egyptian official involved in the mediation efforts said the proposal also includes restrictions on Iran's support for armed groups.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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With no clear resolution in sight, the pressure is mounting on Congress to reach a deal as federal workers continue showing up without paychecks and airports brace for potential ripple effects.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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Walcott underwent an internal brace procedure this spring and will be sidelined for the majority of the season.—
Shawn McFarland,
Dallas Morning News,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Eco effort Restoration, preservation and locality are key pillars for property.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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Marylanders are voracious consumers of farm animals, and this industry is a vital pillar of the state’s economy.—
Torrey Snow,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Essentially, gasket mounting is when a keyboard’s plate is held into the case around its edges, using strips of foam on either side to isolate the plate from the main case.—
Henri Robbins,
Wired News,
9 Dec. 2025
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With concerns around privacy, algorithmic bias, and appropriate AI deployment mounting, competency around data ethics is paramount.—
The Hill,
The Hill,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Reinforcement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforcement. Accessed 28 Mar. 2026.
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