as in advocates
a person who actively supports or favors a cause
a vocal proponent of the use of electric-powered cars
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Recent Examples of proponents
And though conservatives alone did not create this state of affairs, many were key proponents of a vision of politics centered on one commanding figure—a vision that is now destabilizing our country.
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Gregg Nunziata, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
Earlier this month, the lawmakers and groups opposed to Restore Our Roads sent letters urging proponents to withdraw the initiative.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 27 Apr. 2026
At the same time, many national security proponents and experts in the intelligence community argue that such restrictions would impede law enforcement efforts and pose severe national security risks.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 26 Apr. 2026
Last Tuesday, the California Secretary of State reported that proponents, led by the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, had turned in more than enough valid signatures to county registrars, ensuring that voters will be given an opportunity to restore the original intent of Proposition 13.
—Jon Coupal, Oc Register, 26 Apr. 2026
Some of Kennedy’s top allies and staffers are proponents of the drugs.
—Matthew Perrone, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026
The bill’s proponents countered that the changes provide necessary clarity.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2026
But proponents see the redistricting push in Virginia as a necessary reaction after Republicans launched similar actions in states like Texas, North Carolina and Missouri.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
While the proponents of this plan promise lower rates and more local control, the reality is far more dangerous.
—Chris Cate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Gregg Nunziata, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
Earlier this month, the lawmakers and groups opposed to Restore Our Roads sent letters urging proponents to withdraw the initiative.
—Bruce Finley, Denver Post, 27 Apr. 2026
At the same time, many national security proponents and experts in the intelligence community argue that such restrictions would impede law enforcement efforts and pose severe national security risks.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 26 Apr. 2026
Last Tuesday, the California Secretary of State reported that proponents, led by the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, had turned in more than enough valid signatures to county registrars, ensuring that voters will be given an opportunity to restore the original intent of Proposition 13.
—Jon Coupal, Oc Register, 26 Apr. 2026
Some of Kennedy’s top allies and staffers are proponents of the drugs.
—Matthew Perrone, Fortune, 24 Apr. 2026
The bill’s proponents countered that the changes provide necessary clarity.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2026
But proponents see the redistricting push in Virginia as a necessary reaction after Republicans launched similar actions in states like Texas, North Carolina and Missouri.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 17 Apr. 2026
While the proponents of this plan promise lower rates and more local control, the reality is far more dangerous.
—Chris Cate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for proponents
Noun
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And advocates can challenge the EPA’s decision-making.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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But advocates for the workers say foreign worker status, and Israel’s increasing reliance on foreign workers, creates conditions that are ripe for abuse.—
Theia Chatelle,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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My uncle deserves this, my cousin earned this and his loyal supporters are owed this.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
23 Apr. 2026
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Hundreds of his supporters demonstrated Thursday near Germany’s parliament building, according to German news agency dpa.—
Markus Schreiber,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Of course, Huang wasn’t talking to just anyone, but one of the chief exponents of the wealth tax, nationwide and in California.—
Jacqueline Munis,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Algebraic geometry is the study of shapes defined by polynomial equations like x3 + 2x2y + xz = 5, which involve a sum of variables raised to whole-number exponents.—
Konstantin Kakaes,
Quanta Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Proponents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proponents. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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