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as in supports
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
used additional beams to bolster the ceiling
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as in reinforces
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 bolsters
David Opie, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2025
The researchers’ conclusion about the importance of Zone 0 clearing bolsters the foundation for the new regulation mandating the five-foot clearance in areas of very high fire hazard, experts said.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2025
On the contrary, our struggle bolsters your right to your identity.
—Quispe López, Them., 29 Aug. 2025
This growth trend is expected to persist, with revenues anticipated to increase by an average of 25% each year over the next three years, which bolsters the current valuation.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
The creation of a green economy that improves our environment, creates viable union careers, bolsters the middle class, generates economic stimulus, and lowers overall energy costs is a priority.
—Gary Labarbera, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2025
That information bolsters medical research, treatment services and training opportunities that benefit the lives of people with disabilities.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 18 Aug. 2025
The law extends the 2017 tax cuts, ends taxes on tips and overtime, and bolsters border security, among other things.
—Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2025
Seeing Parker’s way of doing business, spelled out in his own words, bolsters everything Guralnick has already told us about him.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 7 Aug. 2025
Noun
Combined with Yuki Kajiura and Go Shiina’s score, this soundscape bolsters the fights and emotional flashbacks alike with no degree of subtlety.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2025
The researchers’ conclusion about the importance of Zone 0 clearing bolsters the foundation for the new regulation mandating the five-foot clearance in areas of very high fire hazard, experts said.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2025
On the contrary, our struggle bolsters your right to your identity.
—Quispe López, Them., 29 Aug. 2025
This growth trend is expected to persist, with revenues anticipated to increase by an average of 25% each year over the next three years, which bolsters the current valuation.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
The creation of a green economy that improves our environment, creates viable union careers, bolsters the middle class, generates economic stimulus, and lowers overall energy costs is a priority.
—Gary Labarbera, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2025
That information bolsters medical research, treatment services and training opportunities that benefit the lives of people with disabilities.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 18 Aug. 2025
The law extends the 2017 tax cuts, ends taxes on tips and overtime, and bolsters border security, among other things.
—Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2025
Seeing Parker’s way of doing business, spelled out in his own words, bolsters everything Guralnick has already told us about him.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bolsters
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This adaptability supports a variety of scientific and technological advancements, contributing to the future of space exploration.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Sep. 2025
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Caracas denied the allegation, but it is widely believed that the Cartel de los Soles—the Cartel of the Suns—drug organization is led by the Venezuelan armed forces and controls or at least supports Tren de Aragua.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
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The bill conflates ethics with tax relief and reinforces the idea that lawmakers need a sweet treat to behave ethically.—
Andrew Leahey,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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That, too, is a supportive development that reinforces the potential for further upside.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Batch tabletop miniatures for a weekend campaign, produce cosplay armor sections that fit together cleanly, or prototype brackets and housings for clients with consistent results.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
17 Sep. 2025
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Bears in the brackets often have a great storyline that showcases the challenges of survival in Katmai.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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In addition to providing a safety net, Medicaid prevents higher downstream costs, sustains employment and independence, and strengthens communities in ways that benefit the entire economy.—
Our Place,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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At high elevations, cold air turns heavy monsoon precipitation into snowfall that sustains the ice.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Green Street’s impressive large white arches — referred to as wickets and reaching 25 feet in height — also incorporate design elements of Everything Changes with a Dream with maple-leaf patterns similar to the large sculpture.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
11 Sep. 2025
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The palatial property looks like it has been uprooted from Italy with terracotta tiles on the roof and rows of Renaissance arches.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Authorities identified Tyler Robinson as Charlie Kirk‘s alleged assassin and charged him with murder, which carries the possibility of the death penalty.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Repole’s cautionary advice carries significant weight given his impressive business track record.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Harried enjoyed a colorful green and purple display with vast pillars reaching high into the sky, as well as a subtle green glow as activity began to wane.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Through repetition, employees learn that the vision stays constant—only the tactics for achieving these pillars change.—
Charles Towers-Clark,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As a public institution, UVU upholds First Amendment rights and fosters an environment where ideas – popular or controversial – can be exchanged freely, energetically, and civilly.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
15 Sep. 2025
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If the appeals court upholds the block, the dispute is likely to advance to the Supreme Court.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Bolsters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bolsters. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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