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supportive

[suh-pawr-tiv, -pohr-] / səˈpɔr tɪv, -ˈpoʊr- /


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She dedicated a guide that she co-wrote to “my daughters Yael and Michelle, who have always been supportive of my work even when it took me away from them.…”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Republican strategist Ford O’Connell said that’s why voters are more supportive.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Of course, the argument that valuation multiples are supportive may evaporate if earnings crater.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

When community members aren’t arguing, the vibe is generally extremely supportive and fraternal.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

My dad was a teacher; he was pliable and supportive and useless.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth