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reinforcements

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. reinforcement (e.g. of troops)

This noun refers to reinforcements, meaning additional troops or personnel sent to support a group that needs help. It is primarily used in military contexts but can occasionally appear in metaphorical uses about backup or extra support.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

There was an accident near the station, and extra security showed up!

Sentence 2

Don't tell me I'm doing everything on my own again today with no backup!?

Sentence 3

Which department would it make sense to pull reinforcements from?

Sentence 4

Who on earth requested the reinforcements?

Sentence 5

Traffic at the intersection was severe, so police deployed additional officers.