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undergirding

/ˌʌndərˈɡɜːrdɪŋ/

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verb

Untermauern, stützen

To strengthen, secure, or reinforce by passing a rope, cable, or chain around the underside of an object.

Examples :

"The construction crew was undergirding the weakened bridge with steel cables to prevent its collapse. "

Das Bauunternehmen untermauerte die geschwächte Brücke mit Stahlkabeln, um ihren Einsturz zu verhindern.

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verb

Untermauern, stützen, untermauern

To give fundamental support; provide with a sound or secure basis; provide supportive evidence for.

Examples :

"The strong ethical code taught at home is undergirding the child's honest behavior at school. "

Der starke ethische Kodex, der zu Hause gelehrt wird, untermauert das ehrliche Verhalten des Kindes in der Schule.

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verb

Untermauern, unterstützen

To lend moral support to.

Examples :

"My family's unwavering belief in my abilities is what's undergirding my confidence to apply for this competitive scholarship. "

Der unerschütterliche Glaube meiner Familie an meine Fähigkeiten untermauert mein Selbstvertrauen, mich für dieses prestigeträchtige Stipendium zu bewerben.

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verb

Untermauern, stützen

To secure below or underneath.

Examples :

"The strong foundation is undergirding the entire building, preventing it from collapsing. "

Das starke Fundament untermauert das gesamte Gebäude und verhindert so einen Einsturz.

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