bolstered

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The Chargers bolstered their defensive line by signing former Arizona Cardinals starter Dalvin Tomlinson to a one-year deal.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Sir Geoffrey said: "Both government and the BBC should seriously think about how the World Service's influence can be bolstered around the world, rather than risk its reach withering by degrees year on year."

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

That ‘after the shock’ model assumes that flows through the Strait will start recovering by Mar. 21 and oil inventories will be bolstered by releases of nations’ emergency reserves.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

The stock was moving broadly in line with the wider market as President Donald Trump’s comments on a potential swift end to conflict in Iran bolstered confidence.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Alexander said warmly, while Beowulf nodded in agreement, and this bolstered her courage a great deal.

From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood