- present participle of prop.
propping
Example Sentences
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Artificial intelligence has been “the one thing” propping up the economy and global markets, according to Apollo Global Management.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026
Japanese authorities spent more than $70 billion last month propping up the currency as it weakened against the greenback.
From Barron's ● Jun. 23, 2026
OpenAI had questioned the timing of the lawsuit, claiming Musk’s motive was more about propping up his own AI company, xAI.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 18, 2026
"Most of the investors who are propping up the games industry have frankly fled to AI to a tremendous degree," says Pearce.
From BBC ● Apr. 16, 2026
She turned back onto her side, propping her head on her hand, and gave him a tiny smile.
From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo
