- present participle of bolster.
bolstering
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Carr helped extend the Lakers’ streak by bolstering a shorthanded lineup against the Hawks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 11, 2026
Nearly 1,050 French officers are now supporting UK-France efforts to stop crossings, with an additional new surge team bolstering operations on Western beaches, according to officials.
From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2026
China’s central bank is bolstering stock-buying tools as a market slump threatens financing for technology companies.
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
Mejuri hopes to maintain value by bolstering its retail locations with more styling help and a better ambience, as well as investing in the tech behind digital transactions and customer service.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026
There’s something innately bolstering about a person who sees his opportunities as endless, who doesn’t waste time or energy questioning whether they will ever dry up.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word