as in proponents
a person who actively supports or favors a cause
a promoter of greater understanding and cooperation among churches
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Recent Examples of promoters
These floor seats are also removable, so that promoters can have open-floor space when needed for concerts or other events.
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Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
Independent producers and promoters rent its venues for their performances and events.
—E. Andrew Taylor, The Conversation, 4 Feb. 2026
Chilton said what sets him apart from other concert promoters is that Psyko Steve Presents takes a lot more risks on smaller artists.
—Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The live music business is still dealing with the personnel shortage that resulted from that tumultuous period, which ultimately left fewer experienced crew members, promoters, and agents on hand as many transitioned to other careers.
—Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2026
Believing the claims of technology promoters that one or another nirvana is just around the corner is a mug's game.
—Michael Hiltzik Los Angeles Times, Arkansas Online, 18 Jan. 2026
And maybe the tourism promoters wished for warmer weather for a game nationally televised on ESPN.
—Miami Herald, 16 Jan. 2026
Believing the claims of technology promoters that one or another nirvana is just around the corner is a mug’s game.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Versions of this story have been told before, but what distinguishes Love Saves the Day are the more than 300 interviews Lawrence conducted with promoters, partiers, and legendary DJs such as Frankie Knuckles.
—Andrew Holter, The Atlantic, 31 Dec. 2025
Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2026
Independent producers and promoters rent its venues for their performances and events.
—E. Andrew Taylor, The Conversation, 4 Feb. 2026
Chilton said what sets him apart from other concert promoters is that Psyko Steve Presents takes a lot more risks on smaller artists.
—Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The live music business is still dealing with the personnel shortage that resulted from that tumultuous period, which ultimately left fewer experienced crew members, promoters, and agents on hand as many transitioned to other careers.
—Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2026
Believing the claims of technology promoters that one or another nirvana is just around the corner is a mug's game.
—Michael Hiltzik Los Angeles Times, Arkansas Online, 18 Jan. 2026
And maybe the tourism promoters wished for warmer weather for a game nationally televised on ESPN.
—Miami Herald, 16 Jan. 2026
Believing the claims of technology promoters that one or another nirvana is just around the corner is a mug’s game.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Versions of this story have been told before, but what distinguishes Love Saves the Day are the more than 300 interviews Lawrence conducted with promoters, partiers, and legendary DJs such as Frankie Knuckles.
—Andrew Holter, The Atlantic, 31 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promoters
Noun
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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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If dialogue or compromise were to take place, his sacred image would collapse in the eyes of his supporters.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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On the other hand, the court upheld limits on what supporters can contribute directly.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 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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The prime exponents are Brentford, with whom Gronnemark has worked on a consultancy basis.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Promoters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promoters. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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