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as in to reinforce
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
a couple of tournament wins would bolster the extravagant claims that have been made on behalf of the young golfer
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Recent Examples of bolster
CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Taylor’s arrival bolsters the KDFW weather staff after some recent losses.
—Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 8 Jan. 2026
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The new generation features several interior improvements, including new seats constructed with better materials and stronger bolsters.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2025
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Fossils discovered in Morocco dating back more than 773,000 years bolster the theory that Homo sapiens originally appeared in Africa, scientists said in a study Wednesday.
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The round bolster design is supportive and makes for a stylish-looking bed.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for bolster
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Strategic training and long-term transition plans The timing of this contract aligns with broader Navy efforts to sustain and eventually transition the E-6B fleet to its next generation.—
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Police were called to the scene after a report of a 3-year-old boy who was believed to have sustained a gunshot wound.—
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The trend, the study says, is likely to reinforce the advantages of platforms with scale, deep libraries and diversified monetization.—
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Both are decorated with vintage features reminiscent of 20th-century classrooms, reinforcing the theme of celebrating Olde Town Arvada’s rich history.—
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The wrong pair can mean shin splints or sore arches halfway through a trip, and no vacation is worth that.—
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Built during the 12th through 16th centuries, these medieval masterpieces were born out of Romanesque architecture, which saw churches designed with thick walls, round arches, and large towers.—
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Invest in fiction written by humans and so support human creativity, vocations, and organic economies?—
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The Football Association of Ireland passed the resolution, proposed by Irish club Bohemians, with more than 50% of its delegates supporting it.—
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Many probably had their brackets busted by Texas A&M's loss to Miami, then Miami's (bigger) upset of Ohio State.—
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Perhaps there was some pressure after signing a new contract that moved him into the $4 million AAV bracket.—
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Three agents are then seen carrying the man away from the scene by his arms and one of his legs.—
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Art carries wellness benefits, as well.—
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The geologic monocline extends almost 100 miles and is surrounded by white sandstone domes, towering monoliths, and otherworldly pillars and arches.—
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As prosecutor general, Saab has been a key legal pillar of Nicolás Maduro’s government, overseeing cases against opposition leaders, protesters, journalists and civil society activists.—
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Its boxy, bold look upholds Subaru’s safety-focused, outdoorsy image, with signature symmetrical all-wheel drive.—
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Last year, the court upheld a Tennessee law banning gender-affirming care for minors — a ruling with repercussions across the country.—
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“Bolster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bolster. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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