- present participle of support.
supporting
Example Sentences
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But he’ll need help from his supporting cast if the U.S. is to get out of group play and this game could be key to that goal.
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
“The IPO and the anticipated capital inflows demonstrate that the AI boom is supporting not only the U.S. economy but also the U.S. dollar,” they said.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
The authority's tree and woodland manager, Helen Arnold, said the policy would help take a "long-term view", supporting nature recovery and climate action.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
It contained dozens of pages detailing spirit appearances, including sworn statements supporting otherworldly manifestations and instances of mediumship.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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