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also reenforce
as in to bolster
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
At that point, a face-to-face meeting can strengthen trust, create alignment, and reinforce the relationship moving forward.
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Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 23 May 2026
Distillation and aging in Portland’s climate further reinforce a sense of regional identity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
The initiative will bring together agents from across the country in what the bureau describes as a structured team-building exercise aimed at reinforcing physical readiness and cohesion across field offices.
—Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 22 May 2026
On May 21, the Prince of Wales reinforced what his wife said about their cocker spaniel at a Buckingham Palace garden party earlier in the month.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 22 May 2026
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Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 23 May 2026
Distillation and aging in Portland’s climate further reinforce a sense of regional identity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
The initiative will bring together agents from across the country in what the bureau describes as a structured team-building exercise aimed at reinforcing physical readiness and cohesion across field offices.
—Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 22 May 2026
On May 21, the Prince of Wales reinforced what his wife said about their cocker spaniel at a Buckingham Palace garden party earlier in the month.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 22 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforce
Verb
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The weekend also presents an ideal opportunity to bolster the defensive front.—
Jeff Sentell,
AJC.com,
29 May 2026
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Europe bolsters military alliances over Russia fears Mounting concern in Europe over Russia’s military ambitions — and a lack of confidence in US support — is driving new defense alliances across the continent.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
29 May 2026
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While Hurtak and Maniscalco did not decisively declare opposition to any future proposal as Carslon and Miranda did, flipping their stance could prove to be a tall task.—
Nicolas Villamil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 May 2026
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That arrangement could prove a major negative for the folks and funds clamoring to get shares.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
28 May 2026
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And even many doctors didn't know how to support her.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Staying hydrated, eating nutritious meals, and seeking medical advice for severe dryness or other symptoms can support your recovery.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
28 May 2026
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“Reinforce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforce. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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