bolstered
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But first and foremost, Bad Omens are gifted musicians, and whatever eldritch magic Sebastian wields onstage will always be bolstered by a serious band contorting metal, dark pop and electronic music.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
The Philippines has declared a state of national energy emergency, South Korea has launched an energy-saving campaign, and Japan has bolstered its fund for subsidies for gasoline and other fuels.
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
Chicago’s distressed dining scene—recently described as “on the brink of collapse”—was bolstered by good news last week, as the City Council voted to halt future increases in the minimum wage for servers and bartenders.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 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
His other arm bolstered Nurse Duckett, who was trembling and sobbing against him, too, her long, angular face dead white.
From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller
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