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supporter
noun
sup·port·er
sə-ˈpȯr-tər 
b
: one of two figures (as of men or animals) placed one on each side of an escutcheon and exterior to it
c
Synonyms
Examples of supporter in a Sentence
a supporter of the Independent party
President Lyndon B. Johnson was a strong supporter of civil rights.
Recent Examples on the Web
Just how dire would things have to get before these supporters sell their shares?
—
Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2024
But as critics of Israel, including many Jewish people, have denounced the state for its treatment of Palestinians, some supporters have countered with a broad argument that any criticism of Israel or Zionism is inherently anti-Jewish.
—Pranshu Verma, Washington Post, 16 Apr. 2024
Yet members of Netanyahu’s government and their supporters in the media have turned increasingly against the idea, going as far as to suggest that the hostage families are trying to bring down his administration—or even working on behalf of Hamas.
—Ruth Margalit, The New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2024
Europe’s top five leagues have long been dominated by super clubs, meaning most teams — and their supporters — had little reason to aspire to a championship when the season began.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024
After Johnson's speech, council members gathered with their families as live music played and supporters watched from the gallery.
—Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2024
Iran’s government has been criticized by hard-liner supporters for its cautious posture during the war in Gaza.
—Farnaz Fassihi, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2024
Iran's attack against Israel is a mass marketing opportunity from Iran, and its proxies to try to radicalize supporters.
—CBS News, 14 Apr. 2024
Five houses on two near west side blocks would become a historic district under a proposal endorsed by city officials − after a process that included profanity and a death wish targeting a supporter.
—Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2024
Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2024
But as critics of Israel, including many Jewish people, have denounced the state for its treatment of Palestinians, some supporters have countered with a broad argument that any criticism of Israel or Zionism is inherently anti-Jewish.
—Pranshu Verma, Washington Post, 16 Apr. 2024
Yet members of Netanyahu’s government and their supporters in the media have turned increasingly against the idea, going as far as to suggest that the hostage families are trying to bring down his administration—or even working on behalf of Hamas.
—Ruth Margalit, The New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2024
Europe’s top five leagues have long been dominated by super clubs, meaning most teams — and their supporters — had little reason to aspire to a championship when the season began.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2024
After Johnson's speech, council members gathered with their families as live music played and supporters watched from the gallery.
—Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2024
Iran’s government has been criticized by hard-liner supporters for its cautious posture during the war in Gaza.
—Farnaz Fassihi, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2024
Iran's attack against Israel is a mass marketing opportunity from Iran, and its proxies to try to radicalize supporters.
—CBS News, 14 Apr. 2024
Five houses on two near west side blocks would become a historic district under a proposal endorsed by city officials − after a process that included profanity and a death wish targeting a supporter.
—Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2024
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“Supporter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/supporter. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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supporter
noun
sup·port·er
sə-ˈpōrt-ər
-ˈpȯrt-
: one that supports
especially
: one who argues or votes for someone or something
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