bolstered
Americanadjective
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pillowed or cushioned; provided with firm but comfortable support.
The bolstered seats of this car bear-hug you to a point where all you can do is melt into them.
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supported, strengthened, increased, or made more effective.
A bolstered bicycle network will improve mobility for cyclists around the city by creating more connections between routes.
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Despite the bolstered tax incentives, local film and TV production in the Los Angeles area continues on a downward trend.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2026
Midland is followed on the list by Homosassa Springs, Fla., which is bolstered by its strong affordability scores, growth of its older population and low retiree taxes.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 27, 2026
SpaceX’s quarterly earnings growth also surpassed Wall Street expectations, bolstered by revenue from its AI businesses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 21, 2026
On Saturday, their numbers were bolstered by trade union members and other protest groups.
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
Furthermore, she said that the Fifteenth Amendment bolstered her case.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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