in support of
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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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In 2002, Clinton traveled internationally with Epstein on his private jet for a trip that Clinton described as part of a fact-finding AIDS mission in support of the Clinton Foundation.
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Julie K. Brown, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2026
Ruddy will testify before the Senate Commerce Committee on Tuesday at a hearing in support of the 39% cap.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2026
This Editorial Board offered Trantalis and Glassman the opportunity to make a statement in support of Williams, in this space.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Every purchase is matched with a 1-to-1 nutrient grant to Vitamin Angels in support of healthier communities around the world in poor countries and communities.
—Pubsubhub User, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
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Julie K. Brown, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2026
Ruddy will testify before the Senate Commerce Committee on Tuesday at a hearing in support of the 39% cap.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2026
This Editorial Board offered Trantalis and Glassman the opportunity to make a statement in support of Williams, in this space.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Every purchase is matched with a 1-to-1 nutrient grant to Vitamin Angels in support of healthier communities around the world in poor countries and communities.
—Pubsubhub User, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
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“In support of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20support%20of. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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