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.

This accompanied the news that the State Department is bolstering a South Florida disaster-preparedness supply center.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

Two-thirds of it will be spent on bolstering Ukraine's defence needs while the rest will go on broader financial assistance.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Pyongyang closed its borders in January 2020 to stop the spread of the coronavirus, with research and media reports indicating that the diplomatically isolated nation spent subsequent years bolstering security along its frontiers.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Some ecologists argue that residents should be able to keep green plants they say do not pose a major fire threat and bring a plethora of benefits, including bolstering the urban ecosystem.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

“Come on, Aileen,” I said, bolstering her again with an arm around the waist.

From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely