as in supports
an act or instance of helping
with an assist from his dad, the youngster built a doghouse any canine would be proud to call home
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as in aids
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end
you can assist families in need by donating old clothes in good condition
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Recent Examples of assists
Eric Koreen, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
In that game, Rozier finished with five points, four rebounds and two assists in that opening period — a productive quarter but well below his usual total output for a full game.
—Alanna Durkin Richer, Denver Post, 23 Oct. 2025
Included in that stint was a game against Memphis in which DiVincenzo tallied 27 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists and a game against Golden State where DiVincenzo finished with 28 points, nine assists and six rebounds.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 23 Oct. 2025
Tess Madden registered 13 kills, while Sadie Chadwick added 20 assists as Hanover shutout Plymouth North 3-0 in Patriot League play.
—Tyler McManus, Boston Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
Entering the Panthers’ game Thursday against the Pittsburgh Penguins, one that starts a four-game homestand at Amerant Bank Arena, Samoskevich has two goals and two assists in eight games played.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
During that March 23 game against New Orleans, Rozier scored five points on 2-of-4 shooting, including one 3-pointer, grabbed four rebounds, had two assists and added one steal.
—Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
With LeBron James also out for several weeks, the Lakers went with a starting five of Vincent, Rui Hachimura (19 points), Jaxson Hayes (12 points, 10 rebounds), Dalton Knecht (eight points, eight rebounds, seven assists) and Jarred Vanderbilt (five points, seven rebounds and four assists).
—Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Cindy Krischer Goodman, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
Every Vegas Loop loading area is staffed with a station attendant who assists passengers.
—Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Oct. 2025
After her guest spots in seasons 1 and 2, Pernas, Hartley's real-life wife, will return in season 3 as Billie Matalon, a fellow tracker who occasionally assists Colter with his jobs.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
An e-bike is a bicycle with a motor that assists the rider to move faster while pedaling, and depending on which class of bike, with a throttle.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 20 Oct. 2025
This suggested, but didn’t prove, that this might be an arousal signal that assists the wake-up process, Stephan said.
—Yasemin Saplakoglu, Quanta Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
In addition to their academic work, Martinis formerly headed the Google quantum processor effort and now has his own company, while Devoret now assists with the Google effort.
—Eli Levenson-Falk, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2025
An online toolkit for educators that assists them in working with students who have individual education plans.
—Cleo Krejci, jsonline.com, 29 Sep. 2025
What began as an effort to help one man grew into a foundation that assists athletes with physical disabilities around the world compete in 105 different sports, ranging from baseball for the blind to para-Nordic skilling, Babbitt said.
—Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
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The three wings combined for 63 points, with Barrett leading the trio with 25 points to go along with eight rebounds and five assists.
—Eric Koreen, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
In that game, Rozier finished with five points, four rebounds and two assists in that opening period — a productive quarter but well below his usual total output for a full game.
—Alanna Durkin Richer, Denver Post, 23 Oct. 2025
Included in that stint was a game against Memphis in which DiVincenzo tallied 27 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists and a game against Golden State where DiVincenzo finished with 28 points, nine assists and six rebounds.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 23 Oct. 2025
Tess Madden registered 13 kills, while Sadie Chadwick added 20 assists as Hanover shutout Plymouth North 3-0 in Patriot League play.
—Tyler McManus, Boston Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
Entering the Panthers’ game Thursday against the Pittsburgh Penguins, one that starts a four-game homestand at Amerant Bank Arena, Samoskevich has two goals and two assists in eight games played.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
During that March 23 game against New Orleans, Rozier scored five points on 2-of-4 shooting, including one 3-pointer, grabbed four rebounds, had two assists and added one steal.
—Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
With LeBron James also out for several weeks, the Lakers went with a starting five of Vincent, Rui Hachimura (19 points), Jaxson Hayes (12 points, 10 rebounds), Dalton Knecht (eight points, eight rebounds, seven assists) and Jarred Vanderbilt (five points, seven rebounds and four assists).
—Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
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Sidney Chugani, president of Right at Home Dania Beach, assists local families in enrolling in the GUIDE program.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
Every Vegas Loop loading area is staffed with a station attendant who assists passengers.
—Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Oct. 2025
After her guest spots in seasons 1 and 2, Pernas, Hartley's real-life wife, will return in season 3 as Billie Matalon, a fellow tracker who occasionally assists Colter with his jobs.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
An e-bike is a bicycle with a motor that assists the rider to move faster while pedaling, and depending on which class of bike, with a throttle.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 20 Oct. 2025
This suggested, but didn’t prove, that this might be an arousal signal that assists the wake-up process, Stephan said.
—Yasemin Saplakoglu, Quanta Magazine, 17 Oct. 2025
In addition to their academic work, Martinis formerly headed the Google quantum processor effort and now has his own company, while Devoret now assists with the Google effort.
—Eli Levenson-Falk, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2025
An online toolkit for educators that assists them in working with students who have individual education plans.
—Cleo Krejci, jsonline.com, 29 Sep. 2025
What began as an effort to help one man grew into a foundation that assists athletes with physical disabilities around the world compete in 105 different sports, ranging from baseball for the blind to para-Nordic skilling, Babbitt said.
—Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assists
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Each measurement ensures that the additional supports will hold the tree evenly, preventing stress on the branches during winter storms.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
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Many have expressed concern about the aging pipes over several years, as anchor strikes, missing pipeline supports and loss of protective pipeline coating have been discovered.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
21 Oct. 2025
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That includes the $15 billion Individuals with Disabilities Education Act program for students with disabilities and the $18 billion Title I program, which aids high-poverty schools.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Oct. 2025
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For now, researchers explain that the findings indicate that fiber not only aids digestion but can be a defender of metabolic health.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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Connor called 911 for help, and authorities tried to locate Mallory while also talking to the rest of the friends about what happened.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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In recent days, the grassroots effort has spread, as messages offering and seeking assistance are cut, copied and pasted throughout communities big and small, connecting neighbors and finding those in need tangible help.—
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
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The heavier personnel helps in the run game, where the NFL has also enjoyed a small renaissance over the last two seasons.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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The Reagan foundation is a tax-exempt nonprofit that helps fund his library, which is part of the National Archives and Records Administration.—
Bill Barrow,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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Some companies have already touted major productivity boosts brought on by AI tools.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
21 Oct. 2025
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Between screens, Wi-Fi boosts, and gaming gear, today's Amazon deals are basically a whole home glow-up just waiting to happen.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
21 Oct. 2025
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The first-day beginner package for ages 9 and older includes a two-hour lesson and all-day access to three beginner lifts.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
23 Oct. 2025
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Take a stroll through the magenta hallways with sculptures and insanely cool photography, then step into the living room where the views captivate and the kaleidoscopic furniture lifts spirits.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
22 Oct. 2025
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There’s no due process here, either; the three triumvirs don’t get their hands dirty, their decisions can’t be appealed, and there’s no public process by which those to be killed will be identified before the decision is final.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
23 Oct. 2025
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Delving into the tragic murder of Ajike Owens, a Black Florida woman, at the hands of her white neighbor Susan Lorincz, the new film from prolific documentarian Geeta Gandbhir examines issues of race, class, community, and surveillance.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Oct. 2025
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