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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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They say it will take many years to build new transmission lines and power plants needed to support the surge in demand while keeping the lights on for other customers.

From The Wall Street Journal

She was under pressure from European colleagues not to antagonise the US over Greenland, in case that impacts US support for Ukraine.

From BBC

Touted as a possible supporting actress Oscar nominee, Lilleaas in person is reserved but thoughtful, someone who prefers observing the people around her rather than being in the spotlight.

From Los Angeles Times

Both families continue to be supported by officers, Stevens said.

From BBC

Investors seeking an alternative to gold will look to Johnson Matthey, with the company’s shares supported as well as the precious metal, the analysts add.

From The Wall Street Journal