with an assist from
idiom
US, somewhat informal
: with the help or assistance of
He wrote the story with an assist from his friend.
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The rapper took to Instagram to make the announcement with an assist from influencer and content creator Jordan Howlett.
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James R. Sanders, VIBE.com, 17 Aug. 2024
The first three in my bag were caught with an assist from our captain, which almost felt like cheating — but the exercise did help in knowing what to look for.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2024
Mallory Swanson scored in the 57th minute, with an assist from Korbin Albert, to give the U.S. a 1-0 lead.
—Ina Fried, Axios, 10 Aug. 2024
Glycerin doles out serious moisture with an assist from hardworking ginseng, which reduces redness, brightens up dull skin, and softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 5 Aug. 2024
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James R. Sanders, VIBE.com, 17 Aug. 2024
The first three in my bag were caught with an assist from our captain, which almost felt like cheating — but the exercise did help in knowing what to look for.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2024
Mallory Swanson scored in the 57th minute, with an assist from Korbin Albert, to give the U.S. a 1-0 lead.
—Ina Fried, Axios, 10 Aug. 2024
Glycerin doles out serious moisture with an assist from hardworking ginseng, which reduces redness, brightens up dull skin, and softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 5 Aug. 2024
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“With an assist from.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/with%20an%20assist%20from. Accessed 11 Sep. 2024.
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