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bolstered

[bohl-sterd] / ˈboʊl stərd /




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Those efforts could be bolstered by the governor’s race, which features prominent Latino candidates, including former U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

The Ukrainian military, which has bolstered its drone capabilities, has intensified its strikes in recent weeks, hitting target hundreds of kilometres from Ukraine.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

At Tynecastle, Rangers dominated the first half but could not build on their advantage when Derek McInnes bolstered his midfield by bringing on Blair Spittal at the break.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

The optimism was further bolstered by remarks from Patrick Witt, the White House’s digital-assets adviser.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Tommen’s rule is bolstered by all of the alliances that my lord father built so carefully, but soon enough she will destroy them, every one.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin




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