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as in to reinforce
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
a couple of tournament wins would bolster the extravagant claims that have been made on behalf of the young golfer
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Recent Examples of bolster
Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 3 June 2025
Props can be blankets, pillows, blocks, bolsters, and straps.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 16 Oct. 2024
Evan Clark, Footwear News, 10 July 2025
To bolster the response at the outset, officials in Texas turned to the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), a mutual aid agreement between states to share resources during disasters.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 10 July 2025
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Verb
The desk is also designed with a cooling dual bolster cushion to support the knees and legs, and a sleek woodgrain finish that complements any aesthetic.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 3 June 2025
Props can be blankets, pillows, blocks, bolsters, and straps.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 16 Oct. 2024
Noun
In an interview with WWD, Gass credited the strength to the Levi’s brand — bolstered by a new Nike collaboration, an ad campaign with Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and more — and the company’s continuing reinvention.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 10 July 2025
To bolster the response at the outset, officials in Texas turned to the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), a mutual aid agreement between states to share resources during disasters.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bolster
Verb
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The other people present did not sustain significant injuries, according to authorities.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
7 July 2025
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Several of the camps along the Guadalupe River and its tributaries sustained damage early July 4.—
Renée Rigdon,
CNN Money,
7 July 2025
Verb
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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,
12 July 2025
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In psychology, rituals are known to reduce anxiety and reinforce identity, especially during change.—
Virgie Tovar,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
Noun
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The intricate arches of the lobby ceiling are modeled on the famous mosque-cathedral of Córdoba.—
Ann Abel,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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The arch is perched on a cliff edge, so its smooth, rounded shape perfectly frames the view of layered canyons rippling to the horizon.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
7 July 2025
Verb
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The web site further reveals how Press Forward will fight back: with philanthropy, including an impressive $200 million paid to support news makers to date.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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The final budget included about $2 million to support programs to reduce recidivism and ease reentry.—
Mario Koran,
jsonline.com,
12 July 2025
Noun
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For instance, someone in the 22% tax bracket could save $660 on their taxes by claiming a $3,000 auto loan deduction.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
14 July 2025
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Trust income is taxed at the highest 37% tax bracket in 2025; a trust pays the maximum federal income tax rate of 37% on taxable income over $15,650.—
Martin Shenkman,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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By comparison, in 2020, Joe Biden carried the same age group by a much wider margin, winning 61 percent to Trump's 36 percent.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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Ants carry scale, aphids, and mealy bugs into fruit trees.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
Noun
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Hou identifies three core pillars that guide its allocations: income generators, secular growth equities and alpha-generating alternative investments.—
DBS Private Bank,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Baby boomers—who were critical to Trump's win in 2024, when 51 percent of the age group voted for him—remain a vital pillar of his political base.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
Verb
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The decision to hear the cases follows a decision by the Supreme Court's conservative majority last month upholding state bans on gender-affirming medical care for transgender minors.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 July 2025
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Last year, West Virginia tried again and urged the Supreme Court to review the 4th Circuit’s decision and uphold its restrictions on transgender athletes.—
David G. Savage
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2025
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“Bolster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bolster. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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