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bolstered

[bohl-sterd] / ˈboʊl stərd /




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Cultural obsession with UFO conspiracies has renewed in recent years, bolstered by government initiatives and celebrity support.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

City Controller Kenneth Mejia easily fended off a challenge from real estate executive Zach Sokoloff, whose campaign was bolstered by $7.5 million in outside spending by his mother.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The latter two were both bolstered by gains in the software sector.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Morgan Stanley analysts say recent survey results “continue to highlight Shopify’s myriad share gain and broader monetization tailwinds, further bolstered by strong AI positioning.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The idea of sleeping in the near open bolstered my sense of freedom.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou




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