as in assist
an act or instance of helping
thank you for your assistance in helping me change my flat tire
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Recent Examples of assistance
Most recently, in 2022, the Supreme Court said Maine cannot limit a tuition assistance program to nonsectarian schools.
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Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 22 May 2025
Democrats have warned that the measure would force millions of low-income Americans off Medicaid and food assistance programs, to fund tax cuts for the wealthy.
—Nik Popli, Time, 22 May 2025
While it’s not meant to replace reporting to your studio’s own HR, having a helpful guide and personal assistance about how to report and next steps in the process can be extremely valuable, especially for those working at small companies or on independent projects who don’t know where to turn.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 22 May 2025
These organizations provide critical services, including support for human trafficking survivors, shelter for families escaping domestic violence, and financial assistance to women facing breast cancer.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2025
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Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 22 May 2025
Democrats have warned that the measure would force millions of low-income Americans off Medicaid and food assistance programs, to fund tax cuts for the wealthy.
—Nik Popli, Time, 22 May 2025
While it’s not meant to replace reporting to your studio’s own HR, having a helpful guide and personal assistance about how to report and next steps in the process can be extremely valuable, especially for those working at small companies or on independent projects who don’t know where to turn.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 22 May 2025
These organizations provide critical services, including support for human trafficking survivors, shelter for families escaping domestic violence, and financial assistance to women facing breast cancer.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assistance
Noun
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Reinhart, a first-line forward, has four goals and seven assists in the playoffs this year.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
23 May 2025
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Haliburton finished with 31 points and 11 assists, while Nesmith scored 30 points, including 20 in the fourth quarter.—
Peter Sblendorio,
Hartford Courant,
22 May 2025
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Netflix will soon end support for older Amazon Fire TV media-streaming devices.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
26 May 2025
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Mosier says that Doug was greeted with support and cheers on graduation day.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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But in the meantime, those who know her are left to ponder an illness that appears to have consumed the caring mother, in spite of her efforts to get help.—
Laura Crimaldi,
BostonGlobe.com,
13 Feb. 2023
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Police departments in Carroll County could get help from the state with funding the high cost of outfitting officers with body cameras, if a bill introduced in the Maryland General Assembly is passed.—
Sherry Greenfield,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Feb. 2023
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There’s also a thick outsole, providing a platform effect in addition to a slight heel for a boost in height.—
Mikelle Street,
Footwear News,
25 May 2025
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Remember, anyone who signs up in Colorado, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia will be eligible for a 15-to-1 odds boost.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 May 2025
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The Israeli government is working with the U.S. to set up aid distribution points in southern and central Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Wednesday.—
Morgan Winsor,
ABC News,
24 May 2025
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This week, a few aid trucks entered the territory and began reaching Palestinians for the first time since the blockade began. COGAT, the Israeli defense body overseeing aid for Gaza, said 388 trucks had entered since Monday.—
Sally Abou Aljoud,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2025
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What stuck with her most were the messages of encouragement and the resilience of the kittens themselves.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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On Saturday, Brinkley – who was married to Joel from 1985 to 1994 – took to social media to share her support and offer words of encouragement as Joel prepares to battle normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a rare disorder which affects his vision, hearing and balance.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2025
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“Assistance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assistance. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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