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as in to reinforce
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
used an avalanche of statistics to shore up his claim that the state's economy is in fine shape
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shore (up)
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Alabama defensive tackle Jeremiah Beaman is likely out for the season after sustaining a lower-body injury at Wednesday’s practice, coach Kalen DeBoer said on his radio show Wednesday night.—
Matthew Ho,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025 -
The warning forecasts sustained surface winds, or frequent gusts, in the range of 34 knots (39 mph) to 47 knots (54 mph), either predicted or occurring, and not directly associated with a tropical cyclone, the NWS glossary explains.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Scallops are the dainty little detail that never goes out of style, and in fact, reinforces a decor piece’s nostalgic vibe.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The couple recently came under much media scrutiny when Abby and her conjoined twin sister, Brittany, both 35, were spotted carrying a newborn baby while running errands last month.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The summer has brought new signings and movement for the clubs who finished around them, but Leicester have not similarly bolstered, instead bringing in two players (25-year-old defender Heather Payne and 31-year-old midfielder Celeste Boureille) on frees and 19-year-old goalkeeper Katie Keane.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Kevin Carter | Getty Images JetBlue Airways plans to install Amazon's Project Kuiper on some of its airplanes to bolster in-flight Wi-Fi, the companies announced Thursday, in a vote of confidence for the nascent internet satellite service.—
Annie Palmer,Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The red edges and soft fabric give them an elegant look while their memory foam insole keeps feet supported and comfortable with every step.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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For Jamaica, how and where field event athletes can be better supported, and, for governing bodies, whether multiple medallists moving from one country to another at once sets another bad precedent.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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There was no such good fortune this time in the Pacific Northwest as Washington proved to be too big, too fast and too good, coming in as a 35-point favorite and then unleashing a record performance.—
Joe Davidosn,
Sacbee.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Ultimately, the Bundys and five others were acquitted of all charges after jurors said prosecutors failed to prove their intent.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Sep. 2025
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Even as Muchová forced things into a tiebreak, Osaka stayed steady and moved her left and right until the right opening came.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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The hearing centered on how America can stay ahead in the new space race, with lawmakers pressing the importance of Artemis and reaffirming the need for the Gateway space station and to maintain continuous operations in low Earth orbit (LEO).—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Shore (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shore%20%28up%29. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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