- present participle of support.
supporting
Example Sentences
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“She hopes the focus remains on supporting survivors and making sure people who have experienced sexual violence know they are seen, heard and supported.”
From Salon ● Oct. 10, 2026
"The angle that I see is that men supporting men, and helping and talking and encouraging support with each other and encouraging that conversation," she said.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
The super PAC last month announced four House Democrats and four Republican Senate candidates that it’s supporting in the Nov. 3 general election.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
At an investor event, Porsche outlined its medium-term strategy framework, centered on reinforcing its sports-car brand DNA while improving price and mix discipline, lowering capital intensity, and supporting structurally higher profitability and cash generation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026
With one arm on Jack’s back and another supporting his chest, Hazel pushed him forward.
From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu
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