buttresses 1 of 2

noun

Definition of buttressesnext
plural of buttress
1
as in anchors
something or someone to which one looks for support the mother had always been the buttress of our family in trying times

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2
as in pillars
a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else after the wall collapsed, the construction company agreed to rebuild it with a buttress

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buttresses

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verb

present tense third-person singular of buttress
1
as in supports
to hold up or serve as a foundation for a brace buttressed the wall

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2
as in reinforces
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea) a mass of circumstantial evidence buttresses the prosecutor's case

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for buttresses
  1. pillars
  2. supports
  3. reinforces
  4. shores
  5. sustains
  6. reinforcements
  7. carries
  8. mounts
Noun
  • The three pillars of the bro-economy White offered a similar concern, should crypto end up further entangled in the global economy.
    Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
  • All touchpoints of the resort, including food and beverage, fitness, wellness & spa center and even meetings and events, are inspired by five pillars of wellness - mindfulness, nutrition, fitness, relaxation and sleep.
    Roger Sands, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of pillars
Verb
  • Under his leadership, Forbes has diversified its revenue, expanded the business into new categories including ecommerce and global real estate, and built a successful business strategy that nurtures journalistic excellence and supports a robust and professional newsroom.
    Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Think of it as an asset that supports your ability to enjoy life and perform at your best.
    Cindy Chia, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of supports
Verb
  • That detail reinforces how WBD and New Line Cinema see War of the Rohirrim as an expansion of their Lord of the Rings canon.
    Charles Pulliam-Moore, The Verge, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This historic nomination reinforces his status as one of the greatest actors of his generation.
    Shelby Stewart, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of reinforces
Noun
  • While both states hold their fair share of appeal for gastronomes, South Florida residents and visitors can experience both in one fell swoop at the beginning of the new year, with the 2025 Artisans of Wine and Food festival taking place on the sunny shores of Boca Raton.
    Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This comes as the Czech Republic looks to cement its place as an international production hub in the face of increasing competition from other country’s newer incentives and rebates, and as overseas hubs look to attract Hollywood back to their shores following last year’s labor strikes.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of shores
Verb
  • These new spaces are where old money meets new ideas, creating a potent mix that sustains London’s position as a nexus for the ultra-wealthy.
    Francois Botha, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
  • The Philippine Constitution says that if a president dies, sustains a permanent disability, is removed from office or resigns, the vice president takes over and serves the rest of the term.
    Jim Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 24 Nov. 2024
Definition of sustains
Noun
  • Expect reinforcements for ‘Flu’ ahead of the summer competition.
    Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • With their best troops and equipment, not to mention thousands of North Korean reinforcements, busy battling the Ukrainian invasion of western Russia’s Kursk Oblast—and suffering horrific casualties—the Russians have few reserves around Pokrovsk.
    David Axe, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of reinforcements
Verb
  • Founded in 1999, DRR carries a rich legacy.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The inclusion of women athletes in mainstream sports games carries significant implications for visibility and representation.
    Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of carries
Noun
  • As 2025 approaches, pressure mounts from consumers, government and payers for greater accountability and transparency in care.
    Rita Numerof, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • As 2025 approaches, pressure mounts from consumers, government and payers for greater accountability and transparency in care.
    Rita Numerof, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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