propped

Example Sentences

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Propped on her easel is the reason why – a photo of her boyfriend Bohdan, a burly serviceman with a gentle smile.

From Seattle Times • May 7, 2024

Propped up against the facade of their modest, two-storey house were three huge wreaths, one each for Misael, Yovani and Jair.

From BBC • Jul. 29, 2022

Propped up by capital controls, the rouble had artificially risen to become the world’s best-performing currency so far this year.

From Reuters • May 26, 2022

Propped against a wall is the show’s most current run plastered on bright pink postcards push-pinned into a 4-by 6-foot bulletin board.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2019

Propped up by a wooden frame, edged with show lights, it read “Sandy June’s Legendary Frybread Drive-In” in loopy neon.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith