in support of
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1
: in a way that shows approval of (something) : in favor of (something)
A majority voted in support of the bill.
2
: in order to support (something)
He presented evidence in support of his hypothesis.
The band is on a promotional tour in support of their latest album.
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Zauner and her band have also announced extra shows in Brooklyn, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Toronto as part of her upcoming tour in support of the album, which kicks off in April.
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Walden Green, Pitchfork, 14 Jan. 2025
The Weeknd will also be performing at the Rose Bowl January 25 in support of the new album, per a press release.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2025
Musk has increasingly weighed in on global politics in recent months, often in support of right-wing leaders, including those in the UK, Germany, Italy, Canada and Argentina.
—Sara Dorn, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
Several friends and fans commented on Piper's post in support of her latest journey, including model Tanya Bardsley, actress Amy Jackson and journalist Ranvir Singh.
—Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 11 Jan. 2025
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Walden Green, Pitchfork, 14 Jan. 2025
The Weeknd will also be performing at the Rose Bowl January 25 in support of the new album, per a press release.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2025
Musk has increasingly weighed in on global politics in recent months, often in support of right-wing leaders, including those in the UK, Germany, Italy, Canada and Argentina.
—Sara Dorn, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
Several friends and fans commented on Piper's post in support of her latest journey, including model Tanya Bardsley, actress Amy Jackson and journalist Ranvir Singh.
—Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 11 Jan. 2025
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“In support of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20support%20of. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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