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supportive

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


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“Continued regional tightening—even in the absence of heat—may remain a supportive factor for Nymex natural gas into early summer.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

While some described the former Marine as a kind and supportive partner, others detailed disturbing conduct.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

Analysts pointed to “improving medical cost trends and supportive near-term data points,” which they believe positions UnitedHealth for a “favorable” setup heading into second-quarter earnings.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

The DJ and producer Diplo also left a supportive comment — a prayer-hands emoji and “please” — on one of Pratt’s social media posts.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Nobody would send a thoughtful, supportive boy like that to boarding school.

From "A Tangle of Knots" by Lisa Graff




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