as in support
a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else
a prop kept the porch of the dilapidated house from collapsing
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Recent Examples of prop
Dad, a pilot, had gone up in one of his twin-props with a friend and lost control after some sort of mechanical failure occurred in the skies above Central Florida.
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Jon Michael Varese, The Atlantic, 28 Sep. 2025
After Ava is revealed as the sixth juror, Rachel, Keanu and others give Morgan props for her social game and comp wins, though Ava notes Morgan can be panicky with her decision-making.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 28 Sep. 2025
So every day, the prop department was in charge of his personal irreplaceable glasses.
—Thr Staff, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
There's lip-syncing and dancing as the audience interacts with the film through call-and-response lines and the use of props.
—Jennifer Borresen, USA Today, 25 Sep. 2025
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Jon Michael Varese, The Atlantic, 28 Sep. 2025
After Ava is revealed as the sixth juror, Rachel, Keanu and others give Morgan props for her social game and comp wins, though Ava notes Morgan can be panicky with her decision-making.
—Nick Caruso, TVLine, 28 Sep. 2025
So every day, the prop department was in charge of his personal irreplaceable glasses.
—Thr Staff, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
There's lip-syncing and dancing as the audience interacts with the film through call-and-response lines and the use of props.
—Jennifer Borresen, USA Today, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prop
Noun
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Stanching the hemorrhage of voter support requires some bold moves and tangible achievements.—
Jeff Kingston,
Time,
4 Oct. 2025
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Clean and sleek, they can be worn while sightseeing, thanks to their next-level support and cushioning, but are classy enough to be worn out to dinner.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The shutdown deadline looms as agencies brace for disruption—and scrutiny.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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On my table balances a Sculpey clay figurine of the Egyptian deity Ptah mashed with Unicron, whose wings serve the dual purpose of cape and sculpture brace.—
Lana Lin
September 29,
Literary Hub,
29 Sep. 2025
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Republicans hope that more Democratic senators will break ranks with their leadership and vote to reopen the government as pressure mounts from voters.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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When adversity mounts, when the negativity starts peaking, when a season seems poised to head off the rails, Harbaugh has shown an ability to keep everything on track.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Authorities said the building’s foundation pillars gave way while construction workers were laying down concrete.—
Britt Clennett,
ABC News,
30 Sep. 2025
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Votives and tealights are small and subtle accent options, while taper and pillar candles are often much larger.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
30 Sep. 2025
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Creating a routine and sticking to it can help the dog know what to expect and when, and they should be rewarded with positive reinforcement wherever possible, according to a report from Dogs Trust.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Panthers might be able to bring back some notable reinforcements following Sunday’s blowout loss against the New England Patriots.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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When powered on, the e-uni will self-balance for easier mounting, with leg grips on either side to guide your stance while your feet are positioned on the fold-down platforms.—
Paul Ridden
June 24,
New Atlas,
24 June 2025
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From the Caribbean Music Awards to the mounting of several arena shows — April kicked off a season of head-turning announcements for the world of Caribbean music.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
8 May 2025
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“Prop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prop. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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