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assistance

[uh-sis-tuhns] / əˈsɪs təns /


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After gaining entry, he "intervened with the assistance of a cabin crew member and several passengers, and together they rescued the injured captain and restrained the suspect".

From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2026

The Northern Sea Route is generally more accessible during the warmer months, when reduced sea ice makes navigation easier, although ice conditions remain unpredictable and some vessels still require icebreaker assistance.

From Barron's ● Oct. 11, 2026

Expensive utility bills have become an increasingly sharp thorn for Americans’ wallets, but warmer weather this winter and energy assistance programs can help.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 10, 2026

In a statement on Thursday, Pike's lawyers described her recovery as "remarkable" and said she is able to walk with assistance and is eating.

From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026

I selected the materials for a suit, with the assistance of Mr. Trabb’s judgment, and re-entered the parlour to be measured.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens




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