backing

Example Sentences

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Now, Fielder is backing fresh calls for a formal apology from the government.

From BBC

But on the ground in Texas, the divide appeared more even -- with roughly half backing Vance and a significant share favoring Rubio or considering him at least as capable.

From Barron's

Reflection is in talks to raise $2.5 billion at a valuation of $25 billion with potential backing from JPMorgan Chase, The Wall Street Journal reported External link late Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.

From Barron's

The Paramount bid is even more complicated given that a significant portion of its backing — over $20 billion — is coming from the sovereign-wealth funds of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi.

From MarketWatch

Over a simple acoustic backing, he reminisces about "smokey bars and cheap guitars", observing that while Liverpool is always changing, "nothing can erase the days we left behind".

From BBC