propped
Example Sentences
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The sector has propped up the labor market in the United States in the last year, as an aging population requires more care.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
First, growth is being propped up by exports, because no one at home is buying.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
Alistair, who was in third at the time, propped Jonny up for the final 700m and helped him over the line.
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026
Years of strong gains for the so-called Magnificent Seven and other technology names have quietly propped up Americans’ spending and the U.S. economy in general.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 2, 2026
Anna was leaning on the end of the table, her stick propped up next to her.
From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff
