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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.

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Zion has continued to operate, its prominence has grown and the crackdown has galvanized support for the church in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

In Memphis, Tenn., 31-year old Justin Pearson is finding support by centering data-center opposition in his Democratic campaign for Congress.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

It adds that "British nationals fighting in Ukraine have been killed or captured…The British Government's ability to support you in these circumstances is very limited."

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The reason it was so important to me to support this work is, firstly, because of free speech, obviously.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

“I going support you, whatever you decide. But this your decision for voice.”

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila




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