sided (with)

verb

Definition of sided (with)next
past tense of side (with)
as in propped (up)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sided (with)
  1. aided
  2. assisted
  3. adopted
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  • Detectives with Boise’s criminal investigation division also aided in the investigation, which is ongoing.
    — Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026
  • That image has faded, however, aided by stricter policing, banning orders and the general gentrification of an increasingly expensive game.
    — Alexander Smith, NBC news, 3 July 2026
Definition of aided
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  • Both goals were assisted by crosses from superstar Lionel Messi.
    — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 15 July 2026
  • Folsom police also assisted with evacuations, scene security and traffic control.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of assisted
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  • Following an internal cruise industry review, in 2012 international cruise organizations adopted a new policy requiring ships to hold mandatory muster drills before leaving port.
    — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 11 July 2026
  • This has proved to improve safety and efficiency where it has been adopted.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026
Definition of adopted
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“Sided (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sided%20%28with%29. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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