as in support
a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else
the carpenter placed a shore underneath the sagging roof of the porch
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Recent Examples of shore
The shores of Connecticut and Massachusetts should also prepare for that blustery mix.
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Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 2 Dec. 2024
Gelsinger believed there was time to catch up, especially with the U.S. investing heavily to bring chip and semiconductor production back to American shores.
—Bygreg McKenna, Fortune, 2 Dec. 2024
Head west of Willemstad for one of Curaçao's true treasures: a cache of untouched, undeveloped shores.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2024
Also pulling weight on international shores is Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II, which has rumbled past the two-century mark globally, now with $221M worldwide.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 29 Nov. 2024
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Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 2 Dec. 2024
Gelsinger believed there was time to catch up, especially with the U.S. investing heavily to bring chip and semiconductor production back to American shores.
—Bygreg McKenna, Fortune, 2 Dec. 2024
Head west of Willemstad for one of Curaçao's true treasures: a cache of untouched, undeveloped shores.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2024
Also pulling weight on international shores is Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II, which has rumbled past the two-century mark globally, now with $221M worldwide.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 29 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shore
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Around-the-clock customer support, unlimited 0% processing, lifetime price guarantees, and next-day replacements are just a few of the perks of working with Slice.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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The statement pointed to action taken by the Irish government, including Ireland’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state, and its support for South Africa’s legal action against Israel in the International Court of Justice (ICJ).Sophie Tanno, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
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Cheap electricity has been a pillar for Norwegian industry, but with demand rising because of the electrification of road transport and other sectors, the cost of electricity will rise.Sverre Alvik, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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When a customs officer reached into Soto-Morando's truck to stop him from leaving, Soto-Morando propelled toward the gate and crashed into a pillar on the United States side, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 7 Dec. 2024
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Experts recommend positive reinforcement strategies for better results.Alexandra Banner, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
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President Florentino Perez didn't take that opportunity, and ahead of the January transfer window opening in a few weeks, Madrid is reportedly closing in on a defensive reinforcement.Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Not long into their date, Loren pulled out the prop with the ring attached to it.Abigail Adams, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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Image shows doctored version of ‘Superbad’ prop Mangione was arrested Dec. 9 and charged in connection with the Dec. 4 shooting death of Thompson outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel.Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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The television show, which ran on NBC from 2012-2013, starred Debra Messing, Jack Davenport, Megan Hilty, Katharine McPhee and Christian Borle and followed them in their mounting of musicals for Broadway, including Bombshell, a fictional musical about the life of Marilyn Monroe.Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Oct. 2024
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Apparently, during the harried month that passed between the recusal of Candidate Biden and the mounting of Candidate Harris, the campaign underwent a large image overhaul.Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 5 Oct. 2024
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Composite full fenders help keep splashes at bay, there are mounts for front and rear accessories, and a kickstand for parking ease.Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 6 Dec. 2024
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Chaos mounts as day turns into night in the hours before Christmas.Keith Phipps, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
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This season, Myers has battled through a left wrist injury that’s required him to wear a brace.Rob Reischel, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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The Cleveland Clinic states that spondylolisthesis can typically be managed with rest, over-the-counter medications, corticosteroids, physical therapy or wearing a brace.Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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The ‘great resignation’ became the ‘great stay’ By many metrics, the job market is strong for American workers.Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 9 Dec. 2024
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The Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board was expected to appear to hear Underwood's clemency case on Monday, but the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a stay of the proceedings.Jenna Sundel, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Shore.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shore. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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