- present participle of support.
supporting
Example Sentences
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“We are supporting affected employees as they explore other opportunities within Kaiser Permanente and, where appropriate, providing severance, career support and outplacement services,” the health plan’s statement said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 29, 2026
The European Union said it stood with Estonia calling the arson attack "reckless", and would not be put off supporting Ukraine.
From Barron's ● Sep. 29, 2026
The U.S. economy has appeared solid, with its recent signs of continued expansion supporting junk bonds.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 29, 2026
So is supporting Everton a life of unrelenting sporting misery?
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
My arms are tired from supporting myself on the walking stick and Jack’s shoulders.
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
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