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How to pronounce assist
Say it like this: /əˈsɪst/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does assist mean?
verbTo help.
“Tutor feedback assists the learning process.”
To make a pass that leads directly towards scoring.
To help compensate for what is missing with the help of a medical technique or therapy.
nounA helpful action or an act of giving.
“The foundation gave a much needed assist to the shelter.”
A decisive pass made to the goal scorer
A defensive play, allowing a teammate to record a putout.
“He had two assists in the game.”
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