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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Bemberger, who is from Lenexa, spent four years attending KU games, practices and special events, such as the annual Christmas shopping trip in support of needy families.
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Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 17 Dec. 2025
Abrams spent most of this year on the road in support of her 2024 album, The Secret of Us.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2025
Even if our governments are not the people of the world are solidly in support of Palestine.
—Literary Hub, 17 Dec. 2025
Still, the reggaetón, trap, and pop musician enjoys frequent visits home, and earlier this year held a 30-day residency in San Juan in support of his album Debí Tirar Más Fotos, which serves as a love letter to the Caribbean island.
—Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 16 Dec. 2025
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Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 17 Dec. 2025
Abrams spent most of this year on the road in support of her 2024 album, The Secret of Us.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2025
Even if our governments are not the people of the world are solidly in support of Palestine.
—Literary Hub, 17 Dec. 2025
Still, the reggaetón, trap, and pop musician enjoys frequent visits home, and earlier this year held a 30-day residency in San Juan in support of his album Debí Tirar Más Fotos, which serves as a love letter to the Caribbean island.
—Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 16 Dec. 2025
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“In support of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20support%20of. Accessed 20 Dec. 2025.
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