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noun

Definition of aids

plural of aid

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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verb

present tense third-person singular of aid

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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For most of the history of hearing aids, cost was the conversation stopper. — Allison Palmer july 1, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026 The air that’s pushed down helps your body remove excess heat and aids in evaporating perspiration. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 June 2026 Apple calls it the world’s first end to end hearing health experience built into consumer earbuds, part of a growing lineup of over the counter hearing aids now reshaping how people access treatment. — Allison Palmer july 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 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 Advertisement The mistake that sabotages this, audiologists say, is wearing the aids only sometimes. — Angela Haupt, Time, 29 June 2026 However, because his hearing aids connected directly to the ringtone, the two ended up wandering around the house, using the changing volume to narrow down its location instead of listening for the phone itself. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026 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. — Julie Appleby, CBS News, 25 June 2026 May Strengthen Bones Magnesium aids in the transport and activation of vitamin D, an essential vitamin that helps bones absorb calcium to build and maintain strong bone cells. — Kristen Gasnick, Verywell Health, 1 July 2026

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These can help keep the right amount of chlorine in your pool, which aids in sanitation and keeping algae at bay. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026 And this also aids in a potential transition. — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 9 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 Furthermore, current jobs, even if not ideal, can fund these personal pursuits, fostering a positive outlook that ultimately aids career progression. — Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 5 July 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 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 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 Researchers at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) are now developing an onboard drone that aids rescues without human intervention. — New Atlas, 18 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for aids

Noun

The aides allegedly worked for the party instead of doing parliamentary tasks.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 July 2026
Some aides were pushing him to run for president in 2016 instead.

— Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 3 July 2026

Definition of aides

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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.

— William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
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.

— Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 30 June 2026

Definition of benefits

Noun

Nets belt winless Warriors Blue Egor Demin had 23 points, eight rebounds and five assists to lead the Brooklyn Nets to a 100-79 victory over the Golden State Warriors Blue in Monday’s early game.

— Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026
But while making three of six three-pointers Sunday and going seven-for-10 from the floor with two assists, Mañon showed an improved offensive game.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

Definition of assists

Noun

Others newly added to the professional list include degrees for physical therapy, athletic training, speech-language pathology, physician associates and anesthesiologist assistants.

— Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
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.

— Will Freeman, New Yorker, 30 June 2026

Definition of assistants

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With the help of a family friend, a retired deputy sheriff, Robinson’s parents persuaded him to surrender to authorities, according to charging documents.

— Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
With Brazil’s upcoming clash with Norway providing another physical challenge in the blistering New Jersey heat, is Casemiro a help or hindrance to his team?

— Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 July 2026

Definition of help

Noun

Reducing the quantity of new trade workers forced to work as apprentices is the simplest answer to the ratio problem.

— Ryan Craig, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Guests will hear the shuffle of San Francisco outside the windows, phones ringing, and the lingering voices of apprentices or other clients.

— Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 26 June 2026

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