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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Dozens of people testified at the state Capitol in support of a bill to legalize medical marijuana in Wisconsin.
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Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Dozens of people testified at the state Capitol in support of a bill to legalize medical marijuana in Wisconsin.
—Laura Schulte, jsonline.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Bon Jovi are hitting the road for their Forever tour in support of their album of the same name.
—Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2025
The tour is in support of his latest studio album American Heart.
—Daniela Avila, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
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“In support of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20support%20of. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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