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support

[suh-pawrt] / səˈpɔrt /










Usage

What are other ways to say support? To support is to hold up or add strength to, literally or figuratively: The columns support the roof. To maintain is to support so as to preserve intact: to maintain an attitude of defiance. To sustain, a rather elevated word, suggests completeness and adequacy in supporting: The court sustained his claim. Uphold applies especially to supporting or backing another, as in a statement, opinion, or belief: to uphold the rights of a minority.

Example Sentences

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“We have not felt any sort of love from the Mystic community. At all,” Jennie Getten said recently — no meal trains, no flowers, no support for their mental health.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

“PIF will continue to support Saudi Vision 2030 objectives by delivering competitive domestic ecosystems,” Al-Rumayyan said in the announcement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The Pope's message on Friday was focused on spiritual matters, and encouraging young people to diversify their talents and support their communities.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

In such a situation, Waller said he would be “more inclined to support the labor market later this year when the outlook is more steady.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

With U.S. support, West Germany became a free country with democratic elections.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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