bolster
noun
a long, often cylindrical, cushion or pillow for a bed, sofa, etc.
has been bolstering
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present perfect progressiveof bolster (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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The U.S. has been bolstering its defenses in the region, sending in more equipment and interceptors, U.S. officials said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 7, 2026
Though podcasts have traditionally been audio-only, video podcasts have been growing in popularity in recent years - and Netflix has been bolstering its portfolio to compete with YouTube.
From BBC ● Dec. 6, 2025
The AP has been bolstering its fact-checking operations, sending out more frequent stories examining the truth behind issues, and Pace said more will be done in this area.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 1, 2021
Although a majority of its broadcasts are stolen from beIN Sports, it has been bolstering its feed with properties owned by other sports networks too.
From New York Times ● Aug. 16, 2018
Unconsciously he has been bolstering up the eventual Renaissance.
From Ghetto Comedies by Israel Zangwill
