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as in pillars
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 assists
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 endorses
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 maintains
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 sustains
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
pillars supporting the bridge
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as in reinforces
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 defends
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 confirms
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 aids
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 accepts
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 supports
Kevin Strong, CBS News, 15 June 2026
If the county reinforces only the bridge but leaves the stream banks unstable, high-velocity water that caused the initial damage may continue to wash away the ground around the new supports.
—Sofia Montoya-Deck, Baltimore Sun, 14 June 2026
In addition to the pool, the budget included fencing, landscaping, a heater, a chiller, and extra structural supports that were required because portions of the yard were not built on solid ground.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Also, concerns of declining mental health of children are real, and challenges of supporting children with special needs are being amplified with removal of social safety net supports.
—Nina Bandelj, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2026
Install stakes, cages, wire grids, or other supports before the blooms open.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 6 June 2026
Options for the Chocolate included an off-grid version instead of the default configuration with a RV hookup, and buyers could lower the cost by opting for the Lift&Go frame only (no trailer and detachable supports).
—Stefan Ionescu
june 04, New Atlas, 4 June 2026
In another Amsterdam photo, a pair of identical world globes, recalling Ghirri’s passion for cartography and atlases, rest on matching supports to conjure that oldest of surrealist tropes, a pair of staring eyes.
—James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026
But O’Connell cites research showing that in organizations where gender diversity is actively prioritized—through mentorship and other structural supports—women’s ambitions are protected.
—Julia Korn, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Gina Grillo, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
Flat printing followed by folding supports efficient transport and on-site assembly, potentially transforming how large-scale components are manufactured.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026
The Hypochlorous Clarity Mist supports skin through movement and recovery, while the BIO NAD+ Recovery Eye Masks are rooted in restoration, resilience and longevity.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Growing industrial demand for silver in sectors like solar and electric vehicles supports its long-term price.
—Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Allman frequently appears in Weaver’s social media videos and supports her career as a DCC from the sidelines.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
And that obvious intent has reached a segment of the public that simply doesn't abide Pride Night and supports the Christians.
—Armando Salguero Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
All but two of the donations went to the California Fire Foundation, which supports firefighters and their communities, and were made during the 2025 Los Angeles Wildfires.
—Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 16 June 2026
That generally supports Warsh's call for less talk from the Fed.
—Steve Liesman, CNBC, 16 June 2026
Noun
Structural issues in the roof have forced staff to install pipe jacks as temporary supports, and Leonard acknowledged the situation is unsustainable.
—Kevin Strong, CBS News, 15 June 2026
If the county reinforces only the bridge but leaves the stream banks unstable, high-velocity water that caused the initial damage may continue to wash away the ground around the new supports.
—Sofia Montoya-Deck, Baltimore Sun, 14 June 2026
In addition to the pool, the budget included fencing, landscaping, a heater, a chiller, and extra structural supports that were required because portions of the yard were not built on solid ground.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Also, concerns of declining mental health of children are real, and challenges of supporting children with special needs are being amplified with removal of social safety net supports.
—Nina Bandelj, Chicago Tribune, 6 June 2026
Install stakes, cages, wire grids, or other supports before the blooms open.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 6 June 2026
Options for the Chocolate included an off-grid version instead of the default configuration with a RV hookup, and buyers could lower the cost by opting for the Lift&Go frame only (no trailer and detachable supports).
—Stefan Ionescu
june 04, New Atlas, 4 June 2026
In another Amsterdam photo, a pair of identical world globes, recalling Ghirri’s passion for cartography and atlases, rest on matching supports to conjure that oldest of surrealist tropes, a pair of staring eyes.
—James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026
But O’Connell cites research showing that in organizations where gender diversity is actively prioritized—through mentorship and other structural supports—women’s ambitions are protected.
—Julia Korn, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Verb
With locations in Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Wheeling, and Chicago, Avenues supports individuals with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other developmental disabilities and is committed to long-term care, community integration, and disability advocacy.
—Gina Grillo, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
Flat printing followed by folding supports efficient transport and on-site assembly, potentially transforming how large-scale components are manufactured.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026
The Hypochlorous Clarity Mist supports skin through movement and recovery, while the BIO NAD+ Recovery Eye Masks are rooted in restoration, resilience and longevity.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Growing industrial demand for silver in sectors like solar and electric vehicles supports its long-term price.
—Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Allman frequently appears in Weaver’s social media videos and supports her career as a DCC from the sidelines.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
And that obvious intent has reached a segment of the public that simply doesn't abide Pride Night and supports the Christians.
—Armando Salguero Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
All but two of the donations went to the California Fire Foundation, which supports firefighters and their communities, and were made during the 2025 Los Angeles Wildfires.
—Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 16 June 2026
That generally supports Warsh's call for less talk from the Fed.
—Steve Liesman, CNBC, 16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for supports
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Due to the material’s structural limitations, it cannot be used for high-strength or critical load-bearing structures like skyscraper pillars or major bridges.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
15 June 2026
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When constructed, the stone circle was aligned with the sun, and to this day, thousands of people gather to witness the moment the sun peeks perfectly through its pillars.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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Leading the Swiss is defensive midfielder Granit Xhaka, whose one goal, six assists and eight yellow cards for Sunderland in the Premier League paint quite the accurate picture of how the hard-tackling, slick-passing 33-year-old makes an impact.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
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However, the unselfish captain has led MLS in assists so far, which may still bode well for South Korea.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
12 June 2026
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The summary endorses rather than describes.—
Jamie Cole,
Sun Sentinel,
8 June 2026
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Retiring San Francisco former House speaker endorses struggling supervisor Connie Chan for her seat, propelling her to a top-two finish against fellow Democrat Scott Wiener and showing Pelosi still has clout.—
Bay Area News Group,
Mercury News,
7 June 2026
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When Kelsey bravely asks if there’s any part of her that’s now thankful for Jo-Ellen given this new development, Rulla maintains that Jo-Ellen went about it the wrong way.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
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The 53-year-old actor maintains a home in Los Angeles but has shifted most of his life to the Midwest in recent years.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Pascale’s cello generally swoops and sustains while Katzmann’s saxophone jitters in search.—
Emma Madden,
Pitchfork,
11 June 2026
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Integrity sustains football’s ability to inspire trust and respect.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Spirit Day reinforces the importance of kindness, while also providing young readers with strategies to be a supportive friend.—
Sarah Kate Ellis,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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This regular practice also reinforces the factory protective coatings that prevent rust and deterioration.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
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Milrem Robotics has introduced a new plan that could change how NATO defends its eastern border.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
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Continue reading … SELENE RODRIGUEZ & AMMON BLAIR — While Mexico defends ‘sovereignty,’ cartels import a flesh-eating parasite into Texas.—
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FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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Research in Frontiers in Psychology confirms that self-aware leaders make sharper decisions under pressure, sustain stronger teams and outlast peers across market cycles.—
Dr. Adil Dalal,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Midland Mayor Lori Blong confirms 1 person killed During a news conference, Midland Mayor Lori Blong confirmed that one person was killed.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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“Supports.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supports. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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