in support of
idiom
1
: in a way that shows approval of (something) : in favor of (something)
A majority voted in support of the bill.
2
: in order to support (something)
He presented evidence in support of his hypothesis.
The band is on a promotional tour in support of their latest album.
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On May 1, 1886, more than 340,000 American workers walked out of their jobs in support of the eight-hour work day, which had been proposed by the now American Federation of Labor two years prior, according to the Industrial Workers of the World.
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Greta Cross, USA Today, 2 May 2025
In May, Sheeran will kick off an extensive European tour in support of his new LP.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 1 May 2025
May Day typically draws rallies and protests in support of labor, living wages and working conditions.
—Jason Green, Mercury News, 1 May 2025
On April 27, the broadcast company ITV, which has employed both Aluko and Wright, issued a statement in support of Wright.
—Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 1 May 2025
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Greta Cross, USA Today, 2 May 2025
In May, Sheeran will kick off an extensive European tour in support of his new LP.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 1 May 2025
May Day typically draws rallies and protests in support of labor, living wages and working conditions.
—Jason Green, Mercury News, 1 May 2025
On April 27, the broadcast company ITV, which has employed both Aluko and Wright, issued a statement in support of Wright.
—Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 1 May 2025
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“In support of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20support%20of. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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