NOUN: "a helping hand; boost" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "a helping hand; boost" Crossword Answer

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BOOST (noun)
1. an increase in cost
2. the act of giving hope or support to someone
BOOST (verb)
1. increase or raise
2. increase
HELPING (noun)
1. an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal

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