SIDE (WITH) Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

side (with)

verb

Definition of side (with)

as in to aid

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In an interview posted by the business daily RBC, Wildberries founder Tatyana Kim said her company was discussing the possibility of tax relief and other measures with Russia authorities to aid sellers affected by attacks.

— Nathan Hodge, CNN Money, 23 July 2026
Skywatchers should look north during the darkest hours; smartphone cameras can aid in detecting faint glows.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of aid

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Metro Fire officials were assisting the Rancho Cordova Police Department, which is leading the investigation into the woman’s death.

— Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026
The New England Revolution player assisted both of Son’s goals during his 36 minutes on the field.

— Kamran Nia July 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

Definition of assist

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The summer of soccer continues — that is the tagline Wrexham are adopting for a tour to build on the men’s World Cup, as well as the club’s strong North American links.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 24 July 2026
If everything passes muster, the city hopes to adopt the new guidelines in December.

— Mark Dee July 24, Idaho Statesman, 24 July 2026

Definition of adopt

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Pane and McKay revealed that British actor Simon Pegg will voice the Balrog, a giant demonic monster who helps Sauron forge the One Ring.

— Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Perhaps Korea Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources’s technology that turns wet coffee grounds into biofuel comparable to anthracite charcoal can help in the fuel aspect.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 July 2026

Definition of help

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Ray promptly led off with a homer to put us out in front 4–3, while Lenny followed with a single and then advanced to second on a wild pitch.

— New York Daily News, New York Daily News, 26 July 2026
Tampa Bay scored the only run of the game after Chandler Simpson led off the fifth with a single to left, advanced to second on a wild pitch, moved to third when Ben Williamson grounded to second then came home on Mullins' bunt single.

— ABC News, ABC News, 26 July 2026

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