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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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If this happens, airlines are required to support passengers.

From BBC

If you have been affected by any of the issues in this story you can find information and support on the BBC Action online website here.

From BBC

Mamdani has said that the housing data has supported a rent freeze for years.

From The Wall Street Journal

Freedom for Animals, which supports the campaign to stop live reindeer events, has recorded eleven locations in Scotland where the animals are involved in Christmas events.

From BBC

"The trust continues to care for and support Mrs Whitla in her home."

From BBC