SIDE WITH Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

side (with)

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Definition of side (with)

as in to aid

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Some political actors are warning that a vote during wartime, which would require changes to Ukraine’s constitution and other laws, could aid Russia by destabilizing the government and dividing society.

— David L. Stern, Washington Post, 20 Aug. 2026
Meanwhile, the Continental Park residents, aided by the larger and politically influential Kendall Federation of Homeowner Associations, are gearing up to fight the applications.

— Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026

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That work isn’t finished, but the evidence suggests that meaningful progress has been made since NYC Reads was first adopted three years ago.

— Evan Stone, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026
Songwriter Diane Warren has adopted a West Hollywood runaway pig that was caught on video running through the neighborhood, her publicist said.

— Chelsea Hylton, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026

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