- present participle of support.
supporting
Example Sentences
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A spokesman for the university said it was focusing on "supporting our students' wellbeing and ensuring they are treated fairly" while strike action took place.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Three structural assumptions supporting most retirement plans broke in just six months.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
This can only happen, the Fringe leaders said, if Angelenos donate generously to arts funding — and reap the benefits by supporting subjects they’re interested in.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
AI enables professionals to do more, faster, with fewer supporting staff.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
As it happened, Blake forged close relationships with three men willing to play supporting roles in his escape.
From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau
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