The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word SUSTAINS which also is the latest solution we found used in Wall Street Journal in 2007.
Gives strength to crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| SUSTAINS | 100 % | 8 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Gives strength to
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- reinforces
- strengthens
- fortifies
- lifeblood
- confirmation
- principal
- sinew
- tonic
- juice
- proofed
- proofs
- refreshment
Crossword Answer definitions
SUSTAINS noun- A mechanism which can be used to hold a note, as the right pedal on a piano.
- To maintain, or keep in existence.
- To provide for or nourish.
- To encourage or sanction (something).
- To experience or suffer (an injury, etc.).
- To confirm, prove, or corroborate; to uphold.
- To keep from falling; to bear; to uphold; to support.
- To aid, comfort, or relieve; to vindicate.
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