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reinforcement

noun as in support

noun as in military aid

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The ADF primarily attacks defenceless civilians before retreating into the vast forests that cover the region before reinforcements arrive.

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In recent weeks, the RSF has intensified its assault on el-Fasher, leading experts to believe the city could soon fall unless the army receives immediate reinforcements.

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The Nigerian army gave a lower toll of four troops killed and said the attackers were repelled by troops and "reinforcement elements" from a nearby base.

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In recent weeks, the RSF has intensified its assault on the city, leading experts to believe the city could soon fall unless the army receives immediate reinforcements.

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Thanks to his bravery, and that of his fellow soldiers, the Germans were held up just long enough for Indian and British reinforcements to arrive.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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