bolstered

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Read more: How SaaSpocalypse fears actually bolstered SAP profits by over $150 million.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

The New York Giants had two of the first 10 picks and bolstered on each side of the ball, taking pass rusher Arvell Reese at five and offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa at 10.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

The ruling bolstered the government’s use of what is known as the economic substance doctrine, a concept that Congress incorporated into the tax code in 2010.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Household and corporate balance sheets were in a healthy spot, continuing to benefit from pandemic cash buffers; the banking sector was well capitalized; and emerging market financial conditions were stronger, bolstered by improving policy frameworks.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

When court convened at the next term the court and sheriff were bolstered by sixty militiamen, but by then the defendant was not available for trial.

From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell