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bolstered

[bohl-sterd] / ˈboʊl stərd /




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The success of the Google parent’s stock sale bolstered internal talks at Meta for a similar strategy, according to the Financial Times.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 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

Yet it’s understandable that the shares are rallying: Not only was Dollar Tree’s quarter marked by broad-based strength, bolstered by healthy comparable sales, but it’s in stark contrast to the previous quarter.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Chevron, as well as other top energy companies and experts, has emphasized that higher taxes, fees and standards on gas in California, as well as its restrictions on refining, have bolstered prices at the pump.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 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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