reinforces

variants also reenforces
present tense third-person singular of reinforce
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 Dress professionally, and either make sure your background is clutter free or use a virtual background that reinforces your message. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 The order also reinforces Saab’s position in the global submarine market. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 29 June 2026 But rather than keeping it tucked away, Kincaid said this reinforces Griffin’s philosophy of making the collection accessible. Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026 Undivided attention even in short bursts reinforces a child’s sense of importance and safety. Sherri Gordon, Parents, 26 June 2026 If the job of a debut album is to introduce an artist to the world, while a sophomore album reinforces their reputation, then a third album offers a channel for artists to expand beyond the familiar tricks and peculiarities that shot them to fame in the first place. Chelsey Sanchez, CNN Money, 25 June 2026 But that just reinforces Samuel Johnson’s adage that patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel. Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2026 The study, which primarily reinforces existing knowledge about COVID vaccines, sought to determine how COVID vaccinations impact hospitalizations, emergency room trips and urgent care visits. Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026 Jeff said the hire reinforces the Club’s bullish view on Intel’s turnaround and the long-term potential of its foundry business. Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforces
Verb
  • This 31% Prime Day discount only bolsters that recommendation.
    Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 26 June 2026
  • Recent news also bolsters your relevance and placement in AI search results, which is important since half of B2B buyers start their purchasing journey in an AI chatbot.
    Heather Kelly, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • Update a profile photo or choose one small habit that supports your body and mood.
    Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026
  • Tulloss said his organization supports creating a pathway to citizenship for the city’s undocumented immigrants.
    Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
Verb
  • This kind of record-keeping proves especially useful when interacting with large bureaucracies or county departments.
    William Jones, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 June 2026
  • This easy summer casserole recipe proves meatless meals can be incredibly hearty, healthy, and colorful.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2026
Verb
  • Kuo also confirms that the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max (plus, presumably, the foldable iPhone) will have enough RAM for these top-flight extras.
    David Phelan, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • The pop superstar and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, both 36, tied the knot on Friday, July 3rd, in a glam ceremony held at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Swift's rep confirms to PEOPLE.
    Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

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“Reinforces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforces. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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