backer
Example Sentences
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The Swiss will vote Sunday on replacing men's current military service requirement with a compulsory civic duty for all, with backers and opponents both claiming to be championing women's rights.
From Barron's
Robinhood’s backers say the firm has been unfairly targeted by its critics, becoming a kind of industry punching bag held responsible for individuals’ investment decisions and broader shifts in the market.
Among them, Middle Eastern backers which own more than 20% of Credit Suisse face the largest hit.
From Reuters
Behind the scenes, his allies are jostling with former President Donald J. Trump’s backers to secure those pledges.
From New York Times
Even if the backers of the petition were to obtain the required signatures, House rules stipulate that the legislation could be voted on only on specific days.
From New York Times
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