as in assistance
something that you do or give for someone who is suffering or in a difficult situation
We see it as our duty to give succor to those in need.
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Recent Examples of succor
Hal Brands, Foreign Affairs, 26 Jan. 2024
In one drawing in the show, a hand is reaching down to lift another up, in a gesture of welcoming, of succor, of assistance.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2024
Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024
Nor would feeding the world’s hungry or succoring the afflicted.
—Andrew J. Bacevich, Foreign Affairs, 28 Feb. 2023
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Noun
Drones, artillery ammunition, and ballistic missiles provided by Tehran and Pyongyang—along with economic succor provided by Beijing—have sustained Moscow in its conflict against Kyiv and its Western backers.
—Hal Brands, Foreign Affairs, 26 Jan. 2024
In one drawing in the show, a hand is reaching down to lift another up, in a gesture of welcoming, of succor, of assistance.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2024
Verb
Roosevelt’s presidency established a new principle in American politics through the New Deal, that government exists to succor all its people, not just the wealthy.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024
Nor would feeding the world’s hungry or succoring the afflicted.
—Andrew J. Bacevich, Foreign Affairs, 28 Feb. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for succor
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That could mean housing, food assistance, transportation or hygiene kits.Nate Perez, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024
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Are their branches in your area for in-person assistance?Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
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God please bless his family, comfort them and protect the hearts of his loved 1z.Newsweek, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
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Looking for a comforting TV binge-watch after decking the halls or finishing a holiday movie marathon?Aurelie Corinthios, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
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Pressure is part and parcel of the game in the Premier League, but some players do need more support than others.Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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The party has gained attention in recent weeks after Elon Musk voiced his support for them.Ross O'Keefe, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 27 Dec. 2024
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Fletcher's encouragement comes from her own journey.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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With their encouragement, begin to build the courage to confront and release the patterns that no longer serve your growth.Mark Travers, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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The Arkansas State Police is aiding in the investigation of a Saturday shooting in McCrory that left one man critically injured and another in police custody.Daniel McFadin, arkansasonline.com, 26 Dec. 2024
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This transparency aids employees in comprehending the benefits of the new system and proactively addresses any potential concerns by mitigating uncertainty and resistance.Cory McNeley, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Gonzalez has now contributed three goals and an assist in just 399 minutes of action, giving Thiago Motta the kind of incisive and inventive edge his side lacks without their vibrant number 11.Adam Digby, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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None of them have anyone quite like Mohamed Salah, who enjoyed another record-breaking afternoon with two goals and two assists.James Pearce, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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Window attracting dogs for four years The window, which was initially set up to facilitate customers during COVID, has now become a busy hotspot for treat-seeking pooches, Tondryk said.Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
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Big Tech is spending at a rate that's never been seen, sparking boom times for companies scrambling to facilitate the AI build-out.Michael Flaherty, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
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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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“Succor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/succor. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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