as in proponents
a person who actively supports or favors a cause
rah-rah boosters for the sports team will be attending the game and carrying large signs
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Recent Examples of boosters
In January 1986, cold temperatures compromised rubber O-ring seals on the solid rocket boosters of the space shuttle Challenger, which led to a tragic accident that claimed the lives of seven astronauts during the launch of the STS-51L mission.
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Josh Dinner, Space.com, 27 Jan. 2026
As America watched, awe turned to horror as the shuttle broke apart 73 seconds after liftoff because of a rupture in one of its solid-fuel boosters, killing everyone on board.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Mission Control reported no indication of any problem with the engines, the solid boosters or any other system.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
Private credit’s boosters, such as Apollo co-founder Marc Rowan, have said that the rise of private credit has fueled American economic growth by filling the gap left by banks, served investors with good returns and made the broader financial system more resilient.
—Hugh Son, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2026
Long hailed as one of blockchain’s most obvious use cases, the combination hasn’t achieved the same mainstream adoption that boosters promised during crypto’s bull cycle in 2021 and 2022, when advocates said that NFTs were a clear evolution of in-game collectibles.
—Ben Weiss, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
One of Challenger’s solid rocket boosters had leaked fuel onto the external fuel tanks, causing the shuttle to break up in a massive explosion and killing all on board.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
This has encouraged wealthy boosters to make sizable donations to facilitate such funding.
—Sheldon H. Jacobson, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
The bad press prompted local business boosters to plan a celebration to promote their city — one that showcased the advantages of its frosty climate.
—Nick Woltman, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2026
Josh Dinner, Space.com, 27 Jan. 2026
As America watched, awe turned to horror as the shuttle broke apart 73 seconds after liftoff because of a rupture in one of its solid-fuel boosters, killing everyone on board.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Mission Control reported no indication of any problem with the engines, the solid boosters or any other system.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
Private credit’s boosters, such as Apollo co-founder Marc Rowan, have said that the rise of private credit has fueled American economic growth by filling the gap left by banks, served investors with good returns and made the broader financial system more resilient.
—Hugh Son, CNBC, 23 Jan. 2026
Long hailed as one of blockchain’s most obvious use cases, the combination hasn’t achieved the same mainstream adoption that boosters promised during crypto’s bull cycle in 2021 and 2022, when advocates said that NFTs were a clear evolution of in-game collectibles.
—Ben Weiss, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
One of Challenger’s solid rocket boosters had leaked fuel onto the external fuel tanks, causing the shuttle to break up in a massive explosion and killing all on board.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
This has encouraged wealthy boosters to make sizable donations to facilitate such funding.
—Sheldon H. Jacobson, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
The bad press prompted local business boosters to plan a celebration to promote their city — one that showcased the advantages of its frosty climate.
—Nick Woltman, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boosters
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Critics of phasing out natural gas argue that much of the electricity on the grid comes from natural gas, but proponents say renewable energy is making up a larger share.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
26 Jan. 2026
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Scott Galloway, a marketing professor at New York University who has written about modern masculinity, has been among the most vocal proponents of the idea that drinking plays a crucial social role in American society.—
Aria Bendix,
NBC news,
24 Jan. 2026
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Family, friends, and rabid supporters cheered.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
29 Jan. 2026
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Authorities ultimately barred Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters from attending the match, citing security concerns, after large-scale protests were planned.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The evening brought together chefs, civic leaders, business innovators, artists and community advocates to honor renewal, rebuild momentum and remind Angelenos what makes the city extraordinary.—
Michelle Edgar,
Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Survivors can also contact victim advocates for support, information and resources by calling (805) 568-2400 or toll-free at (855) 840-4171.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Boosters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boosters. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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