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Help & Support

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Help & Support

12 Words

6m

1
[take|pick] up the cudgels
content.phrase

to show one's support of someone or something by defending them at any cost

When faced with criticism, she quickly picked up the cudgels, passionately defending her artistic vision.

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stick up for
stick up for
Verb

to show strong support for a person or thing when they are faced with danger or criticism

Despite facing backlash, she always sticks up for her friends, defending them fiercely and standing by their side.

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3
shoulder to shoulder
content.phrase

together working toward a shared aim

The team members worked shoulder to shoulder, combining their skills and efforts to achieve victory in the championship.

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4
share and share alike
content.phrase

to give or take things equally and in a way that is fair to everyone

The siblings were taught to share and share alike, ensuring that each of them received an equal portion of dessert.

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on bended [knee]
content.phrase

used to describe kneeling as a sign of deep respect for someone

During the ceremony, he received the prestigious award on bended knee, acknowledging the honor

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shoulder to cry on
content.phrase

a person who listens to someone's problems and encourages them and gives them emotional support

After a long and exhausting day, she found solace in her best friend's comforting embrace, knowing she had a shoulder to cry on.

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knight in shining armor
content.phrase

a man who has all the qualities of a perfect romantic partner

After a long day at work, Mary returned home to find a candlelit dinner prepared by her husband, her very own knight in shining armor.

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[put|set] {one's} [mind] at (rest|ease)
content.phrase

to assure someone that they no longer need to worry about a particular person or thing

The doctor's explanation about the test results put her mind at rest, alleviating her worries about her health.

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under the auspices of {sb/sth}
content.phrase

while being supported by or under the protection of someone or something

The research project was conducted under the auspices of the university, with funding and resources provided by the institution.

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[give] {sth} a shot
content.phrase

to attempt to do something, particularly something that one has not tried to do before

I don't usually like hot tea, but it's so cold out that I gave it a shot today.

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hat in hand
content.phrase

in a manner that is humble and respectful

He approached the council with hat in hand, hoping they would grant him permission for the project.

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[feed] the kitty
content.phrase

to contribute a sum of money, often in small amounts

We need everyone to feed the kitty if we want to reach our fundraising goal for the charity event.

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