only reinforce

Frequency: 7.08.1 per million words

Similar to 'merely reinforce', emphasizing the limited effect of an action.

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Examples (10)

  • This new evidence will only reinforce their existing beliefs.
  • His apology served to only reinforce her suspicion.
  • The lack of action will only reinforce the idea that nothing can be done.
  • Such policies often only reinforce existing inequalities.
  • The study's findings only reinforce what we already know.
  • Arguing with him will only reinforce his stubborn attitude.
  • This setback might only reinforce their resolve to try harder.
  • The media coverage seemed to only reinforce the stereotype.
  • Her silence did only reinforce the rumors.
  • Criticizing them now will only reinforce their defensiveness.