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as in aides
a person who helps a more skilled person
Jack is his mother's preferred aid in the kitchen, as his sister Janice is clumsy when it comes to chopping and peeling
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as in benefits
a thing that helps
a dictionary is a handy aid for working crossword puzzles
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as in assists
an act or instance of helping
the clerk asked if she needed any aid carrying out her purchases
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as in helps
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end
sought to aid her in her search for a dachshund puppy by looking online
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Recent Examples of aids
Julie Appleby,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
This is a dramatic increase from 2010, when the CDC reported just 4% of adults used prescription sleep aids.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
The air that’s pushed down helps your body remove excess heat and aids in evaporating perspiration.
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Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
Mattresses, Box Springs, and Mattress Toppers Much like most secondhand stores don't accept adult-sized mattresses, many don't accept kids' sleep items like crib mattresses, junior bed mattresses, mattress toppers, box springs, sleep and positioning aids, and co-sleepers.
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Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
13 June 2026
That passenger also voluntarily abandoned the item as a replica of an explosive, as training aids are also prohibited in both checked and carry-on baggage.
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Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
That science has fueled a booming wellness category, with digestive aids alone grossing $51 billion last year and a wave of luxury resorts now built around resetting the microbiome.
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Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
Digestive aids grossed $51 billion last year, and podcasts including the Cleveland Clinic’s Butts & Guts have proliferated.
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Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
Every so often, the sun catches on the small, clear wires of Klugo’s hearing aids.
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Liana Handler
follow,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
While largely vestigial in humans, its equivalent in animals like dogs channels moisture or aids feeding.
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Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
There’s also the benefit of helping the body remove waste, which aids in healthy digestion.
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Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
22 June 2026
Researchers at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) are now developing an onboard drone that aids rescues without human intervention.
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New Atlas,
18 June 2026
In addition to Bruce, Peter also ends up seeking help from Frank Castle/The Punisher (Jon Bernthal), who begrudgingly aids the superhero on his quest.
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Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 June 2026
And this also aids in a potential transition.
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Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
Now a botanist and apothecary, Cadfael aids the local sheriff in solving all manner of crimes committed in and near Shrewsbury Abbey during England’s 15-year civil war known now as the Anarchy.
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Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Founded in 1993, the organization aids children living in war zones, with a recent emphasis on those in Gaza, Ukraine, Lebanon and Sudan.
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Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
31 May 2026
Noun
The plans also offer enrollees additional benefits, such as eyeglasses, hearing aids, and prescription drug coverage, and have now attracted more than half of all Medicare enrollees.
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Julie Appleby,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
This is a dramatic increase from 2010, when the CDC reported just 4% of adults used prescription sleep aids.
—
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
The air that’s pushed down helps your body remove excess heat and aids in evaporating perspiration.
—
Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
Mattresses, Box Springs, and Mattress Toppers Much like most secondhand stores don't accept adult-sized mattresses, many don't accept kids' sleep items like crib mattresses, junior bed mattresses, mattress toppers, box springs, sleep and positioning aids, and co-sleepers.
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Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
13 June 2026
That passenger also voluntarily abandoned the item as a replica of an explosive, as training aids are also prohibited in both checked and carry-on baggage.
—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
That science has fueled a booming wellness category, with digestive aids alone grossing $51 billion last year and a wave of luxury resorts now built around resetting the microbiome.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
Digestive aids grossed $51 billion last year, and podcasts including the Cleveland Clinic’s Butts & Guts have proliferated.
—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
Every so often, the sun catches on the small, clear wires of Klugo’s hearing aids.
—
Liana Handler
follow,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
Verb
These can help keep the right amount of chlorine in your pool, which aids in sanitation and keeping algae at bay.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
While largely vestigial in humans, its equivalent in animals like dogs channels moisture or aids feeding.
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Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
There’s also the benefit of helping the body remove waste, which aids in healthy digestion.
—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
22 June 2026
Researchers at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) are now developing an onboard drone that aids rescues without human intervention.
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New Atlas,
18 June 2026
In addition to Bruce, Peter also ends up seeking help from Frank Castle/The Punisher (Jon Bernthal), who begrudgingly aids the superhero on his quest.
—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 June 2026
And this also aids in a potential transition.
—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
Now a botanist and apothecary, Cadfael aids the local sheriff in solving all manner of crimes committed in and near Shrewsbury Abbey during England’s 15-year civil war known now as the Anarchy.
—
Culture Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Founded in 1993, the organization aids children living in war zones, with a recent emphasis on those in Gaza, Ukraine, Lebanon and Sudan.
—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aids
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The departure of Adorni — who, as Milei’s spokesperson, emerged in 2023 as the face of his strict austerity program and anti-corruption drive — costs the president one of his most trusted and longtime aides.
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Trump toured the course with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, various aides and the golf course architect Tom Fazio and his son, Gavin Fazio.
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On Tuesday, the State Controller’s Office reported that California’s net liability for state retirees’ health and dental benefits is estimated to be $78 billion, which is down $14 billion from last year’s estimate.
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Paramount has repeatedly touted the benefits of the transaction, and Ellison has attempted to reassure Hollywood’s creative community by promising to put 30 movies a year in theaters.
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The Los Angeles native had a quiet first outing against the Valkyries but bounced back with a season-high 23 points in their next matchup, then had 10 assists against the Seattle Storm on Saturday.
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Making the service free assists in response and recovery efforts in the aftermath of things like hurricanes and earthquakes, Musk has said.
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There are growing concerns and confusion over Sacramento's new emergency shelter voucher program that helps homeless families.
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This helps balance immediate compensation needs with longer-term success metrics.
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Others newly added to the professional list include degrees for physical therapy, athletic training, speech-language pathology, physician associates and anesthesiologist assistants.
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Calderón, a big, bald man wearing a gold chain and cross-shaped earrings, sat off to the side, amid an entourage of muscular assistants in polo shirts, poking at his phone.
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Those cost advantages, Schackart said, allow Google to charge about 20% to 30% less for excess compute capacity, which is attracting AI unicorns to Google’s offerings, including its cloud business and enterprise services.
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For example, a 529 plan can offer unmatched tax advantages for education savings, while a custodial brokerage account gives greater flexibility to use funds for major milestones, like a first home or general financial support.
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For anonymous, confidential help, people can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224.
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After the match, Knight laid out both Usos with help from Solo Sikoa.
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Guests will hear the shuffle of San Francisco outside the windows, phones ringing, and the lingering voices of apprentices or other clients.
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The location is intended to help students, technicians, apprentices, and engineers move directly into careers linked to quantum technologies.
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“Aids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aids. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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