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to bolster
01
reforçar, fortalecer
to enhance the strength or effect of something
Transitive: to bolster strength of something
Exemplos
Recent scientific findings have bolstered the theory that climate change poses severe risks.
Descobertas científicas recentes reforçaram a teoria de que a mudança climática apresenta riscos severos.
Companies tried to bolster their market share through expanded advertising campaigns.
As empresas tentaram reforçar sua participação no mercado por meio de campanhas publicitárias ampliadas.
02
reforçar, estofar
to provide extra support or padding to a seat for added comfort
Transitive: to bolster a seat
Exemplos
She bolstered the chair with a soft cushion for more comfort.
Ela reforçou a cadeira com uma almofada macia para mais conforto.
The old couch was bolstered with extra padding to make it more inviting.
O sofá velho foi reforçado com enchimento extra para torná-lo mais convidativo.
03
reforçar, apoiar
to support or reinforce something using a long, narrow cushion or bolster
Transitive: to bolster sth
Exemplos
She bolstered the pillow with a soft cushion to provide better neck support.
Ela reforçou a almofada com uma almofada macia para proporcionar um melhor apoio ao pescoço.
The bed was bolstered with a firm pillow to support his back while reading.
A cama foi reforçada com um travesseiro firme para apoiar suas costas enquanto lia.
Bolster
01
a long, narrow pillow placed across the head of a bed or beneath regular pillows for support or decoration
Exemplos
She arranged the bolster neatly beneath the pillows.
The bed was decorated with matching cushions and a bolster.
