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strengthening support

[/ˈstreŋθənɪŋ səˈpɔːrt/]
noun phrasepl: strengthening supports
apoio fortalecedor / reforço de apoio
1. The act of making support systems, relationships, or structures stronger and more robust
The government is committed to strengthening support for small businesses.
O governo está comprometido em fortalecer o apoio às pequenas empresas.
2. Additional resources, assistance, or help provided to enhance existing support mechanisms
Strengthening support for mental health services is essential.
Fortalecer o apoio aos serviços de saúde mental é essencial.
3. Reinforcement of backing, aid, or encouragement in various contexts
The organization focuses on strengthening support for underprivileged communities.
A organização concentra-se em fortalecer o apoio às comunidades desfavorecidas.
Synonyms
reinforcing assistanceenhancing supportbolstering aidfortifying backingimproving assistance
Antonyms
weakening supportreducing assistancediminishing aidundermining support

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fortalecimento de apoio / reforço de suporte
Commonly used in formal and governmental contexts
São Paulo
reforço de apoio / fortalecimento de sustentação
Business and institutional usage
Rio de Janeiro
apoio reforçado / sustentação fortalecida
Used in social and community contexts
Portugal
reforço de apoio / consolidação de suporte
Formal and administrative terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

lend a helping hand
give someone a leg up
shore up support
rally around someone
strengthen one's position
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