Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
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But Leffler feels strongly that being understood sooner might have buoyed Ruby during her lowest points.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
That vision has played well with individual investors, who have buoyed Tesla’s performance on the public markets even though its core automotive business, and main source of revenue, has declined.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 8, 2026
The launch of new processors and a social-media post from Trump praising Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan have buoyed shares in recent weeks.
From Barron's ● Jan. 20, 2026
Your encouraging words have buoyed my spirit every time I pass by.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 22, 2024
She may have been dimly aware that she was looking quite her best, as I was; but even that couldn't have buoyed her up much at the moment, and it didn't me.
From Lady Betty Across the Water by Orson Lowell
