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bolster

[bohl-ster] / ˈboʊl stər /


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But a massive ramp-up in defence and infrastructure spending may be offsetting the conflict's impact and helping to bolster business morale, analysts said.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The West then helped bolster its defences – with expensive, more sophisticated systems including Patriot air defence missiles.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government is pushing to bolster Canada’s economic resilience in the wake of the shift in U.S. trade policy and tariffs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

After the public fallout from Callais, the justices went on press tours to bolster the court’s legitimacy.

From Slate • May 19, 2026

“Hup, hup, hup, hup,” she said under her breath to bolster her courage.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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