PLUMP (FOR) Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

plump (for)

verb

Definition of plump (for)

as in to advocate

to promote the interests or cause of will plump for any candidate who supports stem cell research

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Other readers advocated for programs benefiting the environment, arts and culture, and community improvement and workforce development, including job training programs.

— Chris Fusco, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2026
All net proceeds were donated to charities that support and advocate for women and girls, and as the evening came to a close, Melinda Gates matched the $10 million already raised and brought the total to $20 million.

— Karla Cote, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of advocate

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Earlier this month, the company endorsed a call to slow down the pace of advanced AI model development in order to better address the technology’s risks.

— Ashley Capoot,Kate Rooney,Chris Eudaily, CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026
Appointed by Mayor Brandon Johnson to fill the seat was Logan Square resident Norma Rios Sierra, 45, who works for the Chicago Park District and is endorsed by the Chicago Teachers Union and the Service Employees International Union.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of endorse

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To support his debut as an SNL host, the Knicks starting five, Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges, were all in attendance.

— McKinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 27 Sep. 2026
These can be enjoyed with compatible headphones and speakers (like some from Sonos) that support this virtual surround sound technology.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of support

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