bolstered
Example Sentences
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Social media has bolstered the narcissistic machismo already present among many men and ubiquitous in fraternity life.
From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026
This has been bolstered by the nation-building legend of Harald Bluetooth.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 23, 2026
East Lothian Council leader Norman Hampshire said his administration supported the current structure of 32 local authorities bolstered by regional partnerships in priorities such as economic development and transport.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
The simplest explanation is that what mattered to both was the strength of the economy, and a stronger economy bolstered stocks more than they were hurt by the accompanying higher yields.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 20, 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
