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assist

The correct spelling is assist.

How to pronounce assist

/əˈsɪst/
noun

IPA: /əˈsɪst/

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The correct spelling is assist. A helpful action or an act of giving. For example: "The foundation gave a much needed assist to the shelter."

Usage Examples

The foundation gave a much needed assist to the shelter.

He had two assists in the game.

This book will assist you in getting your life in order.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A helpful action or an act of giving.
  2. 2.The act of helping another player score points or goals

verb

  1. 1.To help.
  2. 2.To make a pass that leads directly towards scoring.
  3. 3.To help compensate for what is missing with the help of a medical technique or therapy.
  4. 4.To stand (at a place) or to (an opinion).
  5. 5.To be present (at an event, occasion etc.).

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