as in assistance
an act or instance of helping
with an assist from his dad, the youngster built a doghouse any canine would be proud to call home
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as in to aid
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end
you can assist families in need by donating old clothes in good condition
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Recent Examples of assist
Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2025
The true freshman currently averages 19.8 points, 7.6 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2025
Tesla's Autopilot update is on par with BYD's mid-tier version of its God's Eye system, which uses advanced computing and lidars to generate 3D images of a car's surroundings to assist navigation around obstacles.
—Zhang Yan and Brenda Goh, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2025
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Noun
The Huskies finished the game with 19 assists and a 35-18 rebounding advantage.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2025
The true freshman currently averages 19.8 points, 7.6 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
Verb
His fingerprints were all over the final quarter — assisting three baskets in the final 3 minutes, 11 seconds, blocking a go-ahead 3-point attempt by Tyler Herro, then sinking a dagger 3 with 16 seconds remaining.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2025
Tesla's Autopilot update is on par with BYD's mid-tier version of its God's Eye system, which uses advanced computing and lidars to generate 3D images of a car's surroundings to assist navigation around obstacles.
—Zhang Yan and Brenda Goh, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assist
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The deal could mark the first major foreign policy win of the new administration—addressing Republican concerns about the costs of aiding Ukraine, while also providing a repayment mechanism that alleviates some of the political obstacles for future assistance.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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Riverside County officials are now requesting help from state officials for technical assistance with the situation.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Feb. 2025
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Now, in order to help Ao Bing’s soul recover his tangible body, Ne Zha will have to hide his identity as a demon, overcome multiple obstacles to become an immortal, and obtain a miraculous elixir to aid his pal.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2025
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If any parties in the administration pressured Romania or otherwise aided the Tates, they should be disciplined.—
Newsweek,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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But in the meantime, those who know her are left to ponder an illness that appears to have consumed the caring mother, in spite of her efforts to get help.—
Laura Crimaldi,
BostonGlobe.com,
13 Feb. 2023
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Police departments in Carroll County could get help from the state with funding the high cost of outfitting officers with body cameras, if a bill introduced in the Maryland General Assembly is passed.—
Sherry Greenfield,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Feb. 2023
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The Context Russia's invasion of Ukraine last week entered its fourth year, with the U.S. previously providing billions in military and humanitarian support.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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Here are some of the best deals available now: Be Windows 11-Ready With a New Inspiron Laptop The days of Windows 10 are almost behind us, with Microsoft ending OS support this year.—
PCMag BrandX and Dell,
PCMAG,
3 Mar. 2025
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The service boost is a first step, and the CTA expects to add more measures, CTA Chief Innovation Officer Molly Poppe said.—
Sarah Freishtat,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2025
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To receive commendation from such a fairy godmother was not just a joy but a serious professional boost, and Macdonald’s reputation soared.—
Anthony Lane,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Assist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assist. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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