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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Jennifer Edwards Baker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 24 Sep. 2025
As the crowd burst into a round of applause in support of Simon's comment, Micah smiled before receiving his own chance to speak.
—Joelle Goldstein, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
The American man who killed 14 people in New Orleans in January posted on Facebook in support of ISIS hours before the attack, also linking his actions to the group’s ideology.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Jade has announced more tour dates in support of her new album, That’s Showbiz Baby!
—Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 23 Sep. 2025
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“In support of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20support%20of. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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