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Recent Examples of shoring
For example, the list notes that much of the temporary shoring to reinforce the floor has been removed, and the remaining floor work is nearly complete.
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Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 13 June 2024
The plan would allocate $1 billion towards flooding mitigation for Metro-North service, including more sophisticated drainage systems at the Mott Haven Yard and the shoring up of retaining walls and sea walls where the Hudson Line hugs the river’s edge.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2024
Some see the installment of Greenbaum as a shoring up of power for Bergman – one of four internal candidates to eventually replace Iger as CEO — bringing in a loyalist who will help assemble a more exciting slate over the next 12 months.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 28 Feb. 2024
However, for certain types of leather footwear, particularly in the premium and luxury segments, near-shoring to Brazil, Mexico, Colombia and a few other countries in the Americas can be economically viable today.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 13 June 2024
The plan would allocate $1 billion towards flooding mitigation for Metro-North service, including more sophisticated drainage systems at the Mott Haven Yard and the shoring up of retaining walls and sea walls where the Hudson Line hugs the river’s edge.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2024
Some see the installment of Greenbaum as a shoring up of power for Bergman – one of four internal candidates to eventually replace Iger as CEO — bringing in a loyalist who will help assemble a more exciting slate over the next 12 months.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 28 Feb. 2024
However, for certain types of leather footwear, particularly in the premium and luxury segments, near-shoring to Brazil, Mexico, Colombia and a few other countries in the Americas can be economically viable today.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shoring
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When powered on, the e-uni will self-balance for easier mounting, with leg grips on either side to guide your stance while your feet are positioned on the fold-down platforms.—
Paul Ridden
June 24,
New Atlas,
24 June 2025
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From the Caribbean Music Awards to the mounting of several arena shows — April kicked off a season of head-turning announcements for the world of Caribbean music.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
8 May 2025
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Stanching the hemorrhage of voter support requires some bold moves and tangible achievements.—
Jeff Kingston,
Time,
4 Oct. 2025
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Clean and sleek, they can be worn while sightseeing, thanks to their next-level support and cushioning, but are classy enough to be worn out to dinner.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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Creating a routine and sticking to it can help the dog know what to expect and when, and they should be rewarded with positive reinforcement wherever possible, according to a report from Dogs Trust.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Panthers might be able to bring back some notable reinforcements following Sunday’s blowout loss against the New England Patriots.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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Director Kate Rose Reynolds has magically infused the play with elements of dance, rhythmic drumming, highly creative use of props and movement designed by Taylor Jo Oxley.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Sep. 2025
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Who’s decided that there will be no tree on this country road and that all props — carrots, bags and baskets, whip — will be mimed in thin air?—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
29 Sep. 2025
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Republicans hope that more Democratic senators will break ranks with their leadership and vote to reopen the government as pressure mounts from voters.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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When adversity mounts, when the negativity starts peaking, when a season seems poised to head off the rails, Harbaugh has shown an ability to keep everything on track.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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The fear was that Jayden Daniels would be limited, that the brace on his left knee — or the knee itself — would hinder his running or his elusiveness, eliminate his quick cuts or somehow slow him down.—
Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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But the reality that will be with the Cats all season was there, too, in the hallway outside the home team’s dressing room, as Aleksander Barkov moved slowly past, on crutches, his right knee in a brace.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 Oct. 2025
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Rather than wood framing, Scott is going to use a metal truss system with a foam core, surrounded by concrete.—
Dana Goodyear,
New Yorker,
22 Sep. 2025
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Steinman published a theoretical analysis of suspension-bridge stability, recommending that future bridge designs include deep trusses to stiffen the bridge deck and an open-grid roadway to reduce its wind resistance.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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At a number of events on Tuesday, senior officials made a case for gas as essential for energy security and a buttress to renewables.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
23 Sep. 2025
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Large buttresses extend back from the cockpit and over the rear wheels and maintain the fastback shape even when the roof is stowed.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Shoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shoring. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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