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Assistance

usgb/əˈsɪstəns/Volume
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Familiarize with common pairings like 'offer assistance' to sound more natural. SlideCan I offer you some assistance with your luggage?
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Emotional ContextPlay
In distress, 'assistance' implies urgent help, more than just support. SlideAfter the accident, they cried out for assistance.
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Polite RequestsPlay
Use 'assistance' to politely ask for help; it's more formal than 'help'. SlideMay I request your assistance with this report?