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also reenforce
as in to confirm
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
letters of recommendation that reinforced the committee's opinion of the candidate
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Recent Examples of reinforce
In 2017, the La Jolla Development Permit Review Committee approved a project to reinforce the lower third of the bluff with erodible concrete.
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Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
Another key factor for success in the face of disruption is to reinforce the why and the true north for the efforts.
—Tracy Brower, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Bokhari pointed to statistics on repeat offenders to reinforce the need to support diversion and reentry programs and improve communication between branches of the local law enforcement system.
—Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2025
If employees fear looking uninformed or worry that questioning leadership will lead to trouble, their brains shift into play it safe mode, blocking curiosity and reinforcing silos.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
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Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
Another key factor for success in the face of disruption is to reinforce the why and the true north for the efforts.
—Tracy Brower, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Bokhari pointed to statistics on repeat offenders to reinforce the need to support diversion and reentry programs and improve communication between branches of the local law enforcement system.
—Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2025
If employees fear looking uninformed or worry that questioning leadership will lead to trouble, their brains shift into play it safe mode, blocking curiosity and reinforcing silos.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforce
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Variety confirms the project, which does not have an official title, is being set up at Netflix, where Fincher has a first-look deal.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
2 Apr. 2025
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Billionaire Lawrence Stroll, who is chairman of Aston Martin and who controls its F1 team as a separate concern, also confirmed that Aston Martin would be a sponsor for its F1 team for the long haul.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2025
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Most had lived in the country for many years and worked hard to support their families.—
Lea Skene,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2025
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The investment from Coral Tree will help accelerate the Innovative Artists Entertainment’s expansion by enhancing the resources to support its agents and a growing roster of talent.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
26 Mar. 2025
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Partnerships with Local Enterprises Strategic collaborations with small and mid-sized enterprises bolster both community integration and financial sustainability.—
Priya Oberoi,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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The Bell Media boss and his team are currently in LA, pressing the flesh with studio execs and creatives in an effort to bolster those creative relationships.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
26 Mar. 2025
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His Twitter account does not have a blue check that the social media platform gives to celebrities, public figures and journalists to verify their identities.—
Stephen Battaglio,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2025
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Authorities may also conduct safety inspections to verify adherence to legal requirements.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
1 Apr. 2025
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Search warrants later revealed plywood and locks on the door to his room, corroborating his account of confinement.—
Hanna Park, Travis Caldwell and Asher Moskowitz,
CNN Money,
26 Mar. 2025
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Attorneys for the archdiocese alleged at least 30 co-schemers counseled one another on how to embellish their claims with lurid details and friendly attorneys to contact who would do little to try to corroborate their stories.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2025
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The United States was rediscovering its post–Cold War posture, poised to buttress the liberal order and to stem the populist tide.—
Michael Kimmage,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Feb. 2025
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The influence of evangelical Christianity has likewise buttressed Republican support among Asian American voters; since 2000, some of the Asian Americans most likely to support Republican candidates identify as evangelical Christians.—
Jane Hong / Made by History,
TIME,
24 Jan. 2025
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Season 1 didn’t have a ton of mixing, but there was such a great conflict established between Armond and Shane.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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The public safety department said a shelter had been established in Columbus, North Carolina.—
ASSOCIATED PRESS,
TIME,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Reinforce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforce. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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