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as in reinforcement
a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else
if you don't add a couple more supports to that tower of blocks, it's going to fall down
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as in assistance
an act or instance of helping
the team's victory owes a lot to Joe's strong support in left field
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as in to advocate
to promote the interests or cause of
though childless themselves, they support the local schools both by volunteering and by fiercely opposing funding cuts
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as in to maintain
to pay the living expenses of
a young widow supporting a sick mother as well as two small children on a teacher's salary
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as in to reinforce
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
studies that support the claim that red wine drinkers have a reduced risk of coronary disease and cancer
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as in to justify
to continue to declare to be true or proper despite opposition or objections
we support the students' right to speak out on local issues that affect them
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as in to verify
to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
new evidence supports the original researchers' unexpected conclusions
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as in to assist
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end
sent reinforcements to support the troops deployed overseas
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as in to tolerate
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
he simply cannot support the thought of having to go on living without his beloved wife at his side
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Recent Examples of support
Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2025
In the letter sent Friday, lawmakers expressed support of efforts to deport violent criminals, but told Trump that raids targeting criminals have resulted in fear among non-criminal migrants.
—Molly Gibbs, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2025
John Werner, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
Trump supported the idea of releasing details about Epstein's associates during the 2024 presidential campaign.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 12 July 2025
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Noun
Both need fan support in order to be named the American League starter at the position for the July 15 game at Truist Park in Atlanta.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2025
In the letter sent Friday, lawmakers expressed support of efforts to deport violent criminals, but told Trump that raids targeting criminals have resulted in fear among non-criminal migrants.
—Molly Gibbs, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2025
Verb
The web site further reveals how Press Forward will fight back: with philanthropy, including an impressive $200 million paid to support news makers to date.
—John Werner, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
Trump supported the idea of releasing details about Epstein's associates during the 2024 presidential campaign.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for support
Noun
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Positive reinforcement builds morale—and reinforces the right habits.—
Masha Sedova,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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A little positive reinforcement goes a long way and to say, ‘Hey, this is being noticed by guys all around the league.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Because care is about more than physical assistance.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
10 July 2025
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While that’s an increase from 7% in 2022, the vast majority of businesses still don’t offer any kind of assistance to employees.—
Brit Morse,
Fortune,
10 July 2025
Verb
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Her focus on women's health also includes advocating for making tampons and pads more accessible.—
Megan Myscofski,
NPR,
1 July 2025
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This means advocating for ethical AI use while remaining people-centered, ensuring equity in innovation, and designing solutions that reflect cultural nuance and community needs.—
Britney Porter,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
Verb
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One of Swarbrick’s final maneuvers as athletic director before stepping down was renewing the NBC contract through the 2029 season, believed to be lucrative enough to maintain Notre Dame’s independence.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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The pilot struggled to maintain the plane on a heading and climb, a preliminary report said.—
Perry Vandell,
AZCentral.com,
9 July 2025
Verb
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The other people present did not sustain significant injuries, according to authorities.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
7 July 2025
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Several of the camps along the Guadalupe River and its tributaries sustained damage early July 4.—
Renée Rigdon,
CNN Money,
7 July 2025
Verb
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
12 July 2025
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In psychology, rituals are known to reduce anxiety and reinforce identity, especially during change.—
Virgie Tovar,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
Verb
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If the Tripadvisor business was the company’s only segment, this valuation could be justified.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
12 July 2025
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What event could possibly justify closing a major highway for days on end?—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
12 July 2025
Verb
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For all July 4 plans involving alcohol, plan ahead and verify specific store hours or delivery options directly with retailers.—
Kate Nalepinski,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 July 2025
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And states, which administer Medicaid, would have to set up systems to verify a person's employment or exemption status.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
3 July 2025
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“Support.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/support. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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