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assist
noun
verb
(sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play
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əˈsɪst
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noun
(sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play
noun
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
“he gave me an assist with the housework”
verb
act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function
verb
work for, or be a servant to
“May I serve you?”
verb
give help or assistance; be of service
“Everyone helped out during the earthquake”
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Example Sentences
he gave me an assist with the housework
could not walk without assistance
rescue party went to their aid
offered his help in unloading
May I serve you?
She attends the old lady in the wheelchair
Can you wait on our table, please?
Is a salesperson assisting you?
The minister served the King for many years
Everyone helped out during the earthquake
Can you help me carry this table?
She never helps around the house
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