help out
phrasal verb
helped out; helping out; helps out
: to do something so another person's job or task is easier
I can't do this myself. Won't someone please help me out?
I sometimes help out in the kitchen.
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The increase in the total cap is set to help out multiple teams, especially those that were in the negative before the increase was agreed on.
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David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Thompson says the most important message to take away from the online community is that there’s hope and help out there for any caregiving challenge.
—Theresa Tamkins, SELF, 21 Feb. 2025
Unlike private companies, which generally fear helping out their competitors, or governments, which aren’t always open with their citizens, scientists tend to be eager to publish any findings of note.
—Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2025
As minutes get staggered, being able to anchor a second unit and help out the starters while also on the court matters.
—Zach Harper, The Athletic, 20 Feb. 2025
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David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Thompson says the most important message to take away from the online community is that there’s hope and help out there for any caregiving challenge.
—Theresa Tamkins, SELF, 21 Feb. 2025
Unlike private companies, which generally fear helping out their competitors, or governments, which aren’t always open with their citizens, scientists tend to be eager to publish any findings of note.
—Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2025
As minutes get staggered, being able to anchor a second unit and help out the starters while also on the court matters.
—Zach Harper, The Athletic, 20 Feb. 2025
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“Help out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/help%20out. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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