support
Usage
Example Sentences
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The failure to articulate a persuasive and inspiring case not only weakens support at home, our diplomatic efforts overseas and our war-fighting capabilities.
But she added the community was "close knit" and the family were a "big part of the community" so people would rally around and support them.
From BBC
Heating oil is used widely in rural areas and in Northern Ireland, where there have been calls to support those struggling to pay.
From BBC
"This means that fuel prices will have to rise and the budget can no longer support" increased energy subsidies, he said.
From Barron's
Russia's President Vladimir Putin went further, sending the new supreme leader a direct message of support.
From Barron's
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