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backing

[bak-ing] / ˈbæk ɪŋ /
NOUN
support
Synonyms
STRONGEST
advocacy aid assistance encouragement endorsement help sponsorship subsidy
STRONG
abetment accompaniment adherence aegis auspices championing championship funds grant patronage reinforcement sanction secondment
Antonyms
STRONGEST
blockage hindrance hurt injury obstruction opposition stop
WEAK
disfavor

Example Sentences

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Altman also sought OpenAI backing for Stoke Space, a rocket-maker aiming to challenge Elon Musk’s SpaceX.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

They were backing away from the playoffs, not heading toward them.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The consortium of lenders, now known as London and Valley Water, has the backing of the Thames Water board.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Ditto Steyer, though he’s got a much higher profile and backing from several key unions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

I’m backing away before I even realize it.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston

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