bolster

Example Sentences

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Governments, militaries, cable owners and tech startups are taking action to bolster the defenses of the world’s underwater cable network, through which most international data traffic travels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Jones repeatedly claimed the family members were paid actors, taking part in a hoax to bolster support for repealing the Second Amendment.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

But its announcement on Thursday comes as a potential blow to the government, which has championed home-grown tech and AI development as a way to bolster economic growth.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Spending by retiring baby boomers could also help bolster first quarter spending trends, writes Ed Yardeni of Yardeni Research.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

She would chat with the person and work next to them in the field, trying to bolster their spirit.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys