PLUNKS (FOR) Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

plunks (for)

verb

variants or plonks (for)

present tense third-person singular of plunk (for)

as in endorses

to promote the interests or cause of I'm willing to plunk for any program that will reduce carbon emissions

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There can be a viable claim when that unauthorized use leads consumers to believe the athlete endorses the business’s product or service.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 14 July 2026
The court’s 6-3 decision in Slaughter also effectively endorses the unitary executive theory, thereby greatly expanding the power of the president.

— Graham G. Dodds, The Conversation, 30 June 2026

Definition of endorses

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Many others have joined an organization called Schools Beyond Screens, the first and only local chapter in Kansas that advocates for tech limits in school.

— Julianna Mejia July 23, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
Glover champions the artist's role in social commentary and advocates strongly for music education, viewing it as essential for comprehensive learning.

— Jim Ryan, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of advocates

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The American Friends of Magen David Adom supports Israel’s emergency services system, according to the organization’s website.

— Caroline Zimmerman July 17, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026
February 19 – March 20 Home may need a reset that supports your nervous system, not just the room.

— Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026

Definition of supports

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The Premier League adopts the same finance control framework this season, but clubs not in European competitions will instead work to an 85 per cent cap.

— Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 22 July 2026
What to read next But the show also adopts a pretty liberal approach to the source material.

— Richard Edwards, Space.com, 17 July 2026

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