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
The Geiers are widely viewed with contempt as promoters of unsubstantiated claims that vaccines cause autism.
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Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Lyte goes out of business Multiple sources reported that Lyte went out of business, shut down its website, laid off staff and left a number of concert promoters unpaid for hundreds of thousands of dollars in tickets sold on the platform in 2024.
—Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 16 Aug. 2025
People were screaming at the promoters; people were screaming to get paid.
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Agents, managers, scammers, promoters still owe me money.
—EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
With big sponsors such as Barclays, promoters like Live Nation and even investors like Blackrock, Vanguard and KKR now a target for activists, there’s a genuine fear that the tap could be turned off.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 7 Aug. 2025
Festival promoters must self-nominate and pay a $400 entry fee (excluding GST).
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 5 Aug. 2025
One thing that promoters do worry about this time of year is inclement weather.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2025
Higher ticket prices The average ticket price is expected to rise again in 2025, with promoters blaming ballooning costs on unprecedented demand.
—John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 3 Jan. 2025
Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Lyte goes out of business Multiple sources reported that Lyte went out of business, shut down its website, laid off staff and left a number of concert promoters unpaid for hundreds of thousands of dollars in tickets sold on the platform in 2024.
—Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 16 Aug. 2025
People were screaming at the promoters; people were screaming to get paid.
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Agents, managers, scammers, promoters still owe me money.
—EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
With big sponsors such as Barclays, promoters like Live Nation and even investors like Blackrock, Vanguard and KKR now a target for activists, there’s a genuine fear that the tap could be turned off.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 7 Aug. 2025
Festival promoters must self-nominate and pay a $400 entry fee (excluding GST).
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 5 Aug. 2025
One thing that promoters do worry about this time of year is inclement weather.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2025
Higher ticket prices The average ticket price is expected to rise again in 2025, with promoters blaming ballooning costs on unprecedented demand.
—John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 3 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promoters
Noun
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Google is one of the most ardent proponents of generative AI technology, as evidenced by the recent launch of the Pixel 10 series.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
10 Sep. 2025
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Its research shows the new format is equally rigorous, and proponents say reading comprehension is better reflected in other parts of a college application.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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After making a joke about the height of the microphone, Grande reiterated her appreciation for her supporters.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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And parents are enthusiastic supporters.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Garcia’s signing was met with total consensus across the club, and Flick was one of the biggest advocates for Rashford’s move to Barca.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Tools to postpone payments can be ‘critical’ Deferments and forbearances can help student loan borrowers avoid the harsh consequences of falling behind on their bills, consumer advocates said.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Promoters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promoters. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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