Word of the day

bolster

1. support or strengthen; prop up

“the fall in interest rates is starting to bolster confidence”

verb

/ˈboʊlstər/

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bolster

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"The charity aims to bolster community health by _____medical services."

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  • fortify
  • plunge
  • undermine
  • reinforce
  • diminish
  • boost

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