Sentence examples for bolster good from inspiring English sources

But as it has in the past, notably in bestowing the 2009 peace prize on President Obama less than one year after he took office, the selection by the highly politicized committee sometimes reflects hope as much as achievement, seeking to bolster good intentions with a prestigious accolade that provides an unparalleled, if often contentious, global imprimatur.

I suppose it's good that his family was only lying, trying to bolster his good name by boasting falsely that he had spilled Jewish blood.

They want to bolster already good academic transcripts with better grades, a richer roster of Advanced Placement courses and the extracurricular activities that colleges like to see, school officials say.

To bolster his good name, Taubman yesterday offered the testimony of two character witnesses, including Damon Keith, a sitting federal court of appeals judge.

In a further attempt to bolster its good guy image and separate itself from the other Silicon Valley giants, Apple also announced a new tool that will help people spend less time using its iPhone.

At least we can praise the seats, which are nicely supportive and well bolstered for good posture without seeming overtly orthopedic.

True to form, President Obama eloquently touted a record of policies that seem to be working well (economic stewardship bolstered by good economic numbers and a system of heath care with (a) fewer uninsured people and (b) shrinking health care costs).

Although it lacks the color of a mature voice, it is bolstered by good pitch, broad range and considerable strength.

Bairstow's knock of 80 not out was bolstered by good efforts from Joe Root (67) and skipper Andrew Gale (50).

Equity markets got off to a sluggish start in New York Wednesday, but by midday the major indexes were bolstered by good news from Kraft Foods and a broker's upgrade on Merck.

She had a similar impact on Wonderful Town, though there I always thought she was partially bolstered by good reviews.