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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Noun
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Meta Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg and its chief lobbyist Joel Kaplan have criticised EU tech rules and enlisted the support of U.S. President Donald Trump.—
Foo Yun Chee,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025 -
With the financial support of Oniverse, Marras has been able to gradually expand his namesake brand’s retail network.—
Luisa Zargani,
WWD,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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There he is befriended by Tommy, a seeming pillar of the community.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
25 Feb. 2025
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Germany could be one of the countries most exposed to tariffs if they are implemented as exports are a key pillar for its economy.—
Chloe Taylor,Sawdah Bhaimiya,Jenni Reid,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), proper introductions, consistent training and positive reinforcement can help dogs and cats develop a trusting relationship.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
19 Feb. 2025
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North Korean reinforcements haven’t improved Russia’s faltering fortunes in Kursk.—
David Axe,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The trial hinged on jurors' assessment of the gun used in the incident, which prosecutors said was a semiautomatic firearm and witnesses for the defense testified was a prop gun.—
Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports,
arkansasonline.com,
20 Feb. 2025
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But after just four hours of deliberation, the jury sided with the defense, which had argued that the weapon in question was a prop gun.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
19 Feb. 2025
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The auto folding and unfolding feature works for vertical mounting, too.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
20 Feb. 2025
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Their external mounting and specially designed shape, meanwhile, help to increase the steepness of the walls and maximize interior space.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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He is survived by his family, a collection of trophy big-game mounts, and generations of bulls in Colorado’s West Elk Wilderness who knew him by bugle, chuckle, and mew.—
Andrew McKean,
Outdoor Life,
19 Feb. 2025
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At nearly 160 pounds without its legs attached, this monster is too heavy for most wall mounts to support.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The senior attacker laced a ball just underneath the crossbar, giving him a brace in under 15 minutes of action and extending the Pointers’ lead to 2-0.—
Clark Fahrenthold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
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Speaking to Cathy Kelley backstage while wearing a neck brace, Speed vowed to return for the 2026 Royal Rumble, boldly calling out everyone—including Roman Reigns.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
2 Feb. 2025
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The popular compilation is up to 142 stays somewhere on the streaming-only roster.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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European small towns make the perfect day trips, overnight stays or weeklong escapes.—
Food Drink Life,
Orlando Sentinel,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Shore.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shore. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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