shore up
Example Sentences
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s recent visit to meet with top Japanese officials, including Takaichi, highlights the opportunity ahead, especially for Japanese industrial companies that help the U.S. and other countries shore up critical supply chains.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
The trust funds that back Social Security will run out in 2032 unless Congress acts to shore up the system before then, according to the Congressional Budget Office.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
Los Angeles County voters will soon decide whether they want to pay a temporary half-cent sales tax to shore up the region’s public healthcare system, which is facing dramatic federal funding cuts.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
If West's leadership challenge falls flat on its face, it is likely to shore up Sir Keir's position, in the short term at least.
From BBC • May 10, 2026
"Maybe we could shore up the MAV. Make tipping less likely."
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
