bolster
Example Sentences
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Administration officials have been trying to bolster cybersecurity following the release of powerful models including Anthropic’s Mythos, but some AI advisers fear the steps could slow down the development of new AI tools.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
The West then helped bolster its defences – with expensive, more sophisticated systems including Patriot air defence missiles.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
After the public fallout from Callais, the justices went on press tours to bolster the court’s legitimacy.
From Slate • May 19, 2026
On Monday evening, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that his office had secured a fire management assistance grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to bolster the response to the Sandy fire.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
It was often said that Fitzsimmons nearly ruined Seabiscuit by using him as a workmate for Granville, pulling him up during hot contests to bolster Granville’s confidence.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
Vocabulary lists containing bolster
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