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[uh-sist] / əˈsɪst /




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He was back in the starting line-up for the win over Senegal at the end of May, providing an assist in a 3-2 friendly win, and also came on against Germany last week.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Another $2,000 is listed for Cornerstone Schools that year “to assist the inner city schools in Uganda,” which is what Cornerstone Schools does in Detroit and Cornerstone Development does not do in Uganda’s inner-city schools.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Rescuers quickly mobilized a network of volunteers and professionals from across California, tapping about 20 agencies to assist in scouring some 60,000 acres of woodland.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Rico’s assistance comes at a price: Kendal must assist a fledgling agent who’s infiltrated a secretive and seemingly nefarious tech company.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

In September 1867, Stanton and Anthony traveled to Atchison, Kansas, to assist with the campaign.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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