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 Continental Army retreated from Montreal and its environs in June 1776, after British reinforcements from the north began recapturing the province.
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 May 2025
Four months later, reinforcements have arrived in the informal campaign to preserve classical TV structure.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 8 May 2025
Purple Ladybug Teacher Reward Stickers 25% OFF Kids thrive on positive reinforcement, and these reward stickers are fun and effective.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2025
According to the American Kennel Club, successful introductions rely on neutral territory, positive reinforcement, and close supervision.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
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Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 May 2025
Four months later, reinforcements have arrived in the informal campaign to preserve classical TV structure.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 8 May 2025
Purple Ladybug Teacher Reward Stickers 25% OFF Kids thrive on positive reinforcement, and these reward stickers are fun and effective.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2025
According to the American Kennel Club, successful introductions rely on neutral territory, positive reinforcement, and close supervision.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforcement
Noun
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Ewing criticized Stothert’s support for President Donald Trump and turning the local race into a referendum on the national Republican platform.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Those heavy, bowl-like flowers need support to keep from breaking.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Since appearing on the final season of Kate Plus 8 in 2017, Kate has shared shots of him dressing upwith his siblings for Halloween, shopping for Christmas trees and, of course, celebrating his first day without braces.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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Our coalition of 20+ suppressor & brace companies urge Speaker Johnson, Leader Thune, & @WaysandMeansGOP Chairman Jason Smith to back GOA's strategy.—
Paul Bedard,
The Washington Examiner,
13 May 2025
Noun
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On the right side wall, an image of twin rebar pillars jutting up toward a brilliant cerulean sky is interrupted by the trace of hardly discernible letters and numbers.—
Tara Anne Dalbow,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2025
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According to its website, Heartland Forward has a goal of generating $500 million of economic impact for the middle states by 2030 through a focus on four pillars: innovation and entrepreneurship, talent pipelines, health and wellness, and regional competitiveness.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
Noun
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That could mean months, perhaps even a year, between top-ups, together with cable-free mounting.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Jan. 2025
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Installation: The customer reviews don’t lie—even the best Murphy beds are a pain to install, and some even require a specific type of wall for proper mounting.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Reinforcement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforcement. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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