as in promoted
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as in endorsed
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 maintained
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 sustained
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
pillars supporting the bridge
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as in reinforced
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 defended
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 confirmed
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 assisted
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 accepted
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 supported
Bronwen Sciortino, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Wayne Chang, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
Hughton supported Addo at the previous World Cup in 2022 before taking charge of the team for the AFCON in Ivory Coast in early 2024.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 17 June 2026
With the star’s acting serving as the show’s solid anchor, one of composer Brenton Vivian‘s main tasks was to give the series a score that supported rather than overshadowed her work.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 16 June 2026
The Pulitzer Center supported Floods of Trouble with a grant to enable data collection and mapping.
—Dana Banker, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Jones did point out that the elimination of the income tax was supported by a slew of conservative and Republican political groups.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
The department official argued that students with disabilities should be supported by an education model agency.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 16 June 2026
The type of tomato plant and whether it is supported with staking or caging factors into spacing.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Hopson later posted the adorable video to TikTok on May 29, and the clip has since gone viral for the sweet way the toddler supported his big sister.
—Georgia Slater, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
Adjective
When a leader is responsible for too many people, employees can start to feel less seen, less supported and less guided.
—Bronwen Sciortino, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Verb
The endeavor was supported by the Taiwanese government.
—Wayne Chang, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
Hughton supported Addo at the previous World Cup in 2022 before taking charge of the team for the AFCON in Ivory Coast in early 2024.
—Simon Hughes, New York Times, 17 June 2026
With the star’s acting serving as the show’s solid anchor, one of composer Brenton Vivian‘s main tasks was to give the series a score that supported rather than overshadowed her work.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 16 June 2026
The Pulitzer Center supported Floods of Trouble with a grant to enable data collection and mapping.
—Dana Banker, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Jones did point out that the elimination of the income tax was supported by a slew of conservative and Republican political groups.
—Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
The department official argued that students with disabilities should be supported by an education model agency.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 16 June 2026
The type of tomato plant and whether it is supported with staking or caging factors into spacing.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
Hopson later posted the adorable video to TikTok on May 29, and the clip has since gone viral for the sweet way the toddler supported his big sister.
—Georgia Slater, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for supported
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Qualifying for European football as a promoted side?—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
26 May 2026
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was endorsed by the city's DSA chapter during his 2023 mayoral run but has since faced criticism from both moderate and liberal local leaders on issues such as immigration, the local budget and public safety.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 June 2026
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Research published in 2023 by Johnson and another Wharton marketing professor found that people are more likely to choose a product endorsed by a celebrity than by a non-celebrity.—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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As the investigation continued, evidence emerged that directly contradicted original theories that Jason Hobby had started or maintained the Alexander Mountain Fire.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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In the end, Switzerland maintained 62% possession with seven shots on goal, compared with Bosnia and Herzegovina’s three.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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Five officers responding to the crash site were also transported to a local hospital for treatment related to injuries sustained during the rescue operation, Loredo Police Public Information Officer Jose Espinoza told CNN.—
Diego Mendoza,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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Donni is another label synonymous with the style—its taffeta cargo pant has sustained popularity in certain corners of the internet.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
17 June 2026
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The ties between Oakland’s Southern transplants and barbecue was reinforced when White was cleaning the home of a great aunt who had just passed away.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
21 June 2026
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For Edwards, the reaction reinforced why authentic storytelling matters more than ever, especially in her field of work.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026
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The Netherlands dominated possession while Japan sat back and defended.—
Bryan Preston,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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The president of the European Council, comprised of member states’ governments, defended his decision to open diplomatic communications with the Kremlin after the leaders of France and Germany criticized the decision.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
19 June 2026
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So, when West and Amanda confirmed it, I was stunned.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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As his promoter Hearn confirmed to The Athletic last week, Joshua’s contract states the bout must take place in the UK.—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Volunteers assisted with a ground and air search that turned up nothing.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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Popma also reportedly assisted in that inmate's early release from the prison, according to the indictment.—
Logan Smith,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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“Supported.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supported. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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