in support of

phrase

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.

Examples of in support of in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Eritrean Information Minister Yemane Meskel wrote on X that Ethiopia’s pursuit of access to the sea had rattled Eritrea and Somalia, while its move to host militia training in support of Sudan's militia had put Ethiopia at odds with its neighbors. — ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026

Collins' 2018 vote in support of Kavanaugh was crucial to his confirmation. — Kimberlee Kruesi, Arkansas Online, 28 Sep. 2026

Several major industry players have also thrown their weight behind the bill, including the Southeastern Conference, or SEC, which has been advertising in support of the bill during college gameday. — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 26 Sep. 2026

The call-off of the shows is the latest hiccup to hit Sheeran’s tour, coming on the heels of the huge fallout over former opening act Macklemore’s statements in support of Palestine. — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for in support of

• hereinabove
• above
• foxglove
• hereof
• thereof
• whereof
• dove
• glove
• love
• shove