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support

[suh-pawrt] / səˈpɔrt /










Usage

What are other ways to say support? To support is to hold up or add strength to, literally or figuratively: The columns support the roof. To maintain is to support so as to preserve intact: to maintain an attitude of defiance. To sustain, a rather elevated word, suggests completeness and adequacy in supporting: The court sustained his claim. Uphold applies especially to supporting or backing another, as in a statement, opinion, or belief: to uphold the rights of a minority.

Example Sentences

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Delcy Rodríguez said rescuers were working to reach survivors, with support being sent from the US, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Mexico and Qatar.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

That massive capital-return program, coupled with a relatively cheap valuation, could still support the stock.

From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026

After getting out of the contract with his former label, and with the support of his mother, he launched his own company, Samuel Music Group.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

“It’s a good level of support until it isn’t,” said Kevin Smith, founder and chief investment officer at Crescat Capital.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 25, 2026

She didn’t trust the Kane family, yet needed their support.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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