assistance
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- noun
- /əˈsɪstəns/
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ayuda
- Student comments related to research were limited to receiving assistance with finding books and other resources.
- financial assistance
- provide assistance
- need assistance
How is how does housing assistance hurt the poor?
- How is how does housing assistance hurt the poor?
- No extra cost and no assistance needed.
- They don't want black people getting any form of assistance or help.
- I grew up poor in Oakland, spent time on government assistance.
- From there, go to apply for assistance.
Examples
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This is Detective Alex Murphy in need of immediate medical assistance.
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She applied for financial assistance to help pay for her tuition fees.
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I thank them for their assistance and working with me.
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What we did not get and still need is assistance with long term care.
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I shall be glad of any technical assistance.
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Most respondents also received assistance with a range of needs, including financial, emotional, and medical support.
Academic text (2011) -
It's also true that I shall need the assistance of all persons of good will.
Fiction book (1992) -
The author thanks Jonathan Kahan for his assistance in collecting material for this article.
Academic text (2011) -
There are several avenues of assistance available to help you deal with IG issues.
Academic text (2011) -
Successful programs in other countries have addressed these barriers by providing financial assistance and legislating mandatory installation.
Academic text (2011)
Synonyms
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An act that makes something easier for someone
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Help that someone gives to another person to do a task
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Help given to people or places in need
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Help given to people after a disaster, like food or shelter
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Someone who gives support when you need it
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Help or approval, often with money, that lets a project continue
Antonyms
Compounds
- Formal
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Money the government gives to people who need help to pay basic living costs
- Formal
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Money the government gives to people or families who have little money
- Formal
A United States government agency that gives money and support to local and state police to reduce crime
- Specialized
Help to organize, move, and keep supplies and equipment working for military or aid operations
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Etymology
Assistance comes from Latin parts ad- 'to' and sistere 'stand', and is like the English word stand. So, assistance is someone 'standing by' you, which is why it means help or support.