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supporting

Definition for supporting

adjective as in upholding

adjective as in advocating

Strong matches

aiding, auxiliary, collateral

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Example Sentences

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When the 45-year-old isn't working with the National Health Service supporting people with diabetes, or studying for his postgraduate degree, you'll likely find him lifting weights at his local gym in Coventry.

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Some fear they could be prosecuted by Mauritian authorities for supporting UK sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago.

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He was also known for holding closely the cause of supporting immigrant workers, as well as fostering Asian American labor leaders.

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He expects corporate profits to exceed expectations, the economy to remain resilient and governance reforms to continue supporting sentiment.

“Qualcomm is committed to supporting the development and growth of our customers and partners.”

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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