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    • assist :the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
      • he gave me an assist with the housework|could not walk without assistance|rescue party went to their aid|offered his help in unloading

    • assist :give help or assistance; be of service
      • Everyone helped out during the earthquake|Can you help me carry this table?|She never helps around the house

    • assist :work for or be a servant to
      • May I serve you?|She attends the old lady in the wheelchair|Can you wait on our table, please?|Is a salesperson assisting you?|The minister served the King for many years

    • assist :(sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play

      • assist :act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function

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