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bolstered

[bohl-sterd] / ˈboʊl stərd /




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It’s sad and stony-hearted that the Lakers should unload LeBron James, recoup resources, unload his albatross-like salary, and build a championship contender bolstered by Luka Doncic.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

The MoD added: "Cyprus remains well defended, as we've bolstered the significant defensive capabilities we had already pre-deployed to the region since January."

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Those two businesses have bolstered Morgan Stanley’s workplace and self-directed investing platforms and helped create a wealth management business that is in many ways second to none.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

The idea of a SpaceX mafia could be bolstered by the upcoming IPO, especially since many employees are compensated in both cash and stock.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

As an American abroad, you're bolstered by an innate sense of security.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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