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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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Jacob Elordi won best supporting actor for his portrayal of the Monster in "Frankenstein," which also won three technical awards, while Amy Madigan won supporting actress for a villainous turn in horror flick "Weapons."

From Barron's

Input prices rose for a 10th straight month due to higher raw material and labor costs, while output prices slipped back into contraction as firms cut prices to support sales amid intense competition.

From The Wall Street Journal

Before Israel’s move, only Taiwan—which seeks international support for its autonomy from China—had diplomatic relations with Somaliland but stopped short of full recognition.

From The Wall Street Journal

It said this would require staff to get training and for community NHS staff, such as GPs and pharmacists, to get more involved in supporting people with ADHD.

From BBC

Martyn is in "good spirits and overwhelmed by the support," the statement continued, with his wife Amanda adding that the "love, goodwill and sense of care" from his supporters has helped in his recovery.

From BBC