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a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else
the consulting architect suggested using additional steel reinforcements to counteract the bridge's design flaw
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Recent Examples of reinforcements
Expect reinforcements for ‘Flu’ ahead of the summer competition.
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Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
With their best troops and equipment, not to mention thousands of North Korean reinforcements, busy battling the Ukrainian invasion of western Russia’s Kursk Oblast—and suffering horrific casualties—the Russians have few reserves around Pokrovsk.
—David Axe, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Without those thousands of North Korean reinforcements, the Russian military would be shrinking by potentially thousands of people a week.
—David Axe, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Syria’s military, meanwhile, sent large numbers of reinforcements to defend the key central city of Homs, Syria’s third largest, as insurgents approached its outskirts.
—Bassem Mroue, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
As for reinforcements, the 49ers promoted offensive lineman Sebastian Gutierrez to the active roster from the practice squad, where running back Ke’Shawn Vaughn and linebacker Jalen Graham got elevated from Saturday.
—Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 7 Dec. 2024
Syria's military, meanwhile, sent large numbers of reinforcements to defend the key central city of Homs, Syria's third largest, as insurgents approached its outskirts.
—Bassem Mroue and Zeina Karam, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 Dec. 2024
Domestically, there are concerns that , along with their reinforcements, have yet to secure gang strongholds or apprehend key leaders.
—Shannon McDonagh, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Government forces were working to strengthen positions around Homs city with fresh reinforcements, the officer told Reuters.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
With their best troops and equipment, not to mention thousands of North Korean reinforcements, busy battling the Ukrainian invasion of western Russia’s Kursk Oblast—and suffering horrific casualties—the Russians have few reserves around Pokrovsk.
—David Axe, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Without those thousands of North Korean reinforcements, the Russian military would be shrinking by potentially thousands of people a week.
—David Axe, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Syria’s military, meanwhile, sent large numbers of reinforcements to defend the key central city of Homs, Syria’s third largest, as insurgents approached its outskirts.
—Bassem Mroue, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
As for reinforcements, the 49ers promoted offensive lineman Sebastian Gutierrez to the active roster from the practice squad, where running back Ke’Shawn Vaughn and linebacker Jalen Graham got elevated from Saturday.
—Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 7 Dec. 2024
Syria's military, meanwhile, sent large numbers of reinforcements to defend the key central city of Homs, Syria's third largest, as insurgents approached its outskirts.
—Bassem Mroue and Zeina Karam, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 Dec. 2024
Domestically, there are concerns that , along with their reinforcements, have yet to secure gang strongholds or apprehend key leaders.
—Shannon McDonagh, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Government forces were working to strengthen positions around Homs city with fresh reinforcements, the officer told Reuters.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforcements
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This comes as the Czech Republic looks to cement its place as an international production hub in the face of increasing competition from other country’s newer incentives and rebates, and as overseas hubs look to attract Hollywood back to their shores following last year’s labor strikes.Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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While both states hold their fair share of appeal for gastronomes, South Florida residents and visitors can experience both in one fell swoop at the beginning of the new year, with the 2025 Artisans of Wine and Food festival taking place on the sunny shores of Boca Raton.Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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As 2025 approaches, pressure mounts from consumers, government and payers for greater accountability and transparency in care.Rita Numerof, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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As 2025 approaches, pressure mounts from consumers, government and payers for greater accountability and transparency in care.Rita Numerof, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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The three pillars of the bro-economy White offered a similar concern, should crypto end up further entangled in the global economy.Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
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All touchpoints of the resort, including food and beverage, fitness, wellness & spa center and even meetings and events, are inspired by five pillars of wellness - mindfulness, nutrition, fitness, relaxation and sleep.Roger Sands, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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The corn kernels and 21-pronged gear that form our state flower, the violet, represent the agricultural and industrial foundations of our state and its status as the 21st state admitted to the Union.Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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For brands, success lies in building flexible foundations that work for both current and future commerce paradigms.Kiri Masters, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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With its original cast iron Corinthian columns and enhanced denim presentations, a new Madewell flagship opens Wednesday in the heart of Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood.David Moin, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
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The dining and bar cars have been thoughtfully redesigned to evoke intimacy and elegance, with soft lighting and marble columns as the focal points.Julianna Bragg, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Reinforcements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforcements. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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