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arch support

American

noun

a rigid support placed inside a shoe so that its molded form fits the arch of the foot and relieves strain on the muscles of the foot while walking, standing, etc.

Etymology

Origin of arch support

First recorded in 1935–40

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arch support

"It's all about the arch support," the 39-year-old physician's assistant said.

From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2023

Mine are black leather, soft bottoms with absolutely zero arch support.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 15, 2023

Insoles can also be added for additional arch support.

From New York Times ● Apr. 18, 2022

If your feet roll inwards, you might want stability or motion control shoes for more arch support.

From The Verge ● Feb. 24, 2022

Or dashes can be used in pairs instead of parentheses to enclose an aside or an explanation: Her new shoes had loads of style—they were Ferragamos—but not much arch support.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner

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