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
Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
Mahle found himself in trouble in the top of the fourth when the Dodgers put runners on second and third with one out, but the right-hander got out of the inning without allowing a run thanks to a couple of assists from his defense.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
The American Red Cross was on hand to assist displaced families with shelter and recovery needs, Clark said.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
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Noun
DiVincenzo added seven assists, while Rudy Gobert posted another double double.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
Mahle found himself in trouble in the top of the fourth when the Dodgers put runners on second and third with one out, but the right-hander got out of the inning without allowing a run thanks to a couple of assists from his defense.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
But Brind’Amour’s group held its mettle and regained control in the third, with Hall assisting on a go-ahead goal from Logan Stankoven — the latter’s fourth of the series.
—Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
The American Red Cross was on hand to assist displaced families with shelter and recovery needs, Clark said.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assist
Noun
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Visitors with specific needs can contact Guest Services for assistance.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
28 Apr. 2026
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In a report set to be presented Tuesday to the Police Commission, LAPD officials said drones were deployed more than 3,000 times last year, mostly in response to emergency calls or officer requests for assistance.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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The Raptors were aided by 36 free throw attempts (making 27), 21 offensive rebounds and 17 Cleveland turnovers.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Carter also co-founded a non-profit in his community called The Local Voice, which aided women fighting breast cancer.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Add help for Josh Allen or fill some holes on defense.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Cops have now released a photo of the suspect and are asking the public’s help identifying her and tracking her down.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Many fans came to show their support for the third-year forward, whom the Sky traded to the Dream on April 6 for two future first-round draft picks.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Her son receives special services for a disability at Lake Center Elementary, and home routines are harder without this support.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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But the wide receivers room was in dire need of a boost.—
Charlotte Carroll,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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The factors that have helped consumers keep their heads above water in the face of tariff price rises and oil inflation, to name a few—such as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and tax refunds—aren’t frequent boosts to spending.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Assist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assist. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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