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
Jordan Garcia, a veteran community organizer with the Colorado branch of the American Friends Service Committee, travelled to Cedar Run, one of the Denver housing complexes that was raided, to record video and provide assistance.
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Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Senegal is seeking assistance from the IMF but misreporting of debt under the previous Macky Sall administration has put talks on hold.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The electric motor can’t exceed a power output of 750 watts and can only provide assistance when the rider is pedaling, according to the city rules.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2025
Local officials also stressed the role of mental health assistance — or lack thereof — in Zarutska's killing.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
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Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
Senegal is seeking assistance from the IMF but misreporting of debt under the previous Macky Sall administration has put talks on hold.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The electric motor can’t exceed a power output of 750 watts and can only provide assistance when the rider is pedaling, according to the city rules.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 8 Sep. 2025
Local officials also stressed the role of mental health assistance — or lack thereof — in Zarutska's killing.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assistance
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In 179 games combined over the past three seasons in juniors, Bonk posted 45 goals and 102 assists for 147 points from the blue line, plus another 41 points (nine goals, 32 assists) in 56 playoff games.—
Kevin Kurz,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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In an Independent School League matchup, Tatum Sloper scored a pair of goals and Griffin Demers added two assists to boost Berwick Academy to a 3-0 victory over Wheeler School.—
Kevin Barrucci,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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That means no more security updates, patches, or tech support, so now’s the time to upgrade.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
14 Sep. 2025
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At the same time, maintaining emotional support while encouraging autonomy strikes a healthier balance than enabling avoidance.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Rather than rendering aid or notifying emergency personnel, Sellers told co-workers that a ‘woman fell in the parking lot’ and needed help.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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The expiring boost, implemented in Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act under former President Joe Biden, applies to 22 million of the 24 million low- and middle-income Americans with plans through the ACA marketplace.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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Approval would let Ripple operate as a federally regulated trust bank—a substantial legitimacy boost.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Contestants cannot receive any outside aid whatsoever.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Glycerin helps maintain balance, so skin feels clarified, not stripped, while lecithin aids in dissolving debris, and myrtle leaf water provides an antioxidant boost.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
12 Sep. 2025
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How Resources Strengthen Innovation Across Teams Ideas need encouragement and resources.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Fearing immigration consequences, the woman delayed reporting the attack but eventually came forward with a family member’s encouragement.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Assistance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assistance. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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