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as in proponents
a person who actively supports or favors a cause
Mark Twain, Noah Webster, and President Theodore Roosevelt are among past advocates of a reformed spelling system
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as in lawyers
a person whose profession is to conduct lawsuits for clients or to advise about legal rights and obligations
with such a strong case against him, he's going to need the best advocate that money can buy
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as in endorses
to promote the interests or cause of
environmentalists advocating agricultural methods designed to slow the destruction of rain forests
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Recent Examples of advocates
Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Consumer advocates said the findings support SB 1076, a bill that would require insurers to offer coverage to homeowners who meet state fire safety standards.
—City News Service, Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
This month, Wisconsin legislators passed a college sports NIL bill that includes a sweeping public records exemption, which transparency advocates say would effectively conceal most financial records of an athletic department.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 30 Mar. 2026
None of those claims is accurate, according to advocates and medical experts.
—CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
But advocates warn that weakening birthright citizenship could embolden states to test the limits of Plyler, arguing that the constitutional logic protecting undocumented children no longer applies in the same way.
—Jenni Fink, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
But immigrant advocates worry that Plyler has become a political target.
—Jonaki Mehta, NPR, 30 Mar. 2026
All that instability, observers and advocates say, make the presence of outside observers even more important.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Both shootings have drawn criticism from advocates and have led to several demonstrations in Hartford.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026
Patrick Wilson, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2026
With this in mind, the American Academy of Pediatrics advocates for the health of all children who must avoid certain foods to stay healthy.
—Dr. Sonja O'Leary, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
The National Low Income Housing Coalition advocates on behalf of people with the lowest incomes, whose access to affordable, quality housing is especially challenging in today’s economy.
—Bob Woods, CNBC, 29 Mar. 2026
It's also done for the joy, said Jessica Lautz, vice president of research for the National Association of Realtors, an organization that advocates for property rights and represents its real estate members.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
As an initial step, the CRFB advocates capping what these formerly super-high-earners, garnering the biggest payments, will receive going forward.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 26 Mar. 2026
That's concerning to Erika Lorshbough, the executive director of interACT, a nonprofit that advocates for intersex youth.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 26 Mar. 2026
In the days before Metro’s pivotal board vote, speculation swirled among public transit advocates that Bass, a key member of the board who appoints three other members, might seek to delay approval for the project based on community concerns.
—National Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
The Union of Concerned Scientists is an organization that advocates for scientific integrity.
—Lisa Song, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
After years of working to rid Missouri of abusive Christian boarding schools, child advocates and some lawmakers fear a bill still alive in the legislature would undo that effort.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Consumer advocates said the findings support SB 1076, a bill that would require insurers to offer coverage to homeowners who meet state fire safety standards.
—City News Service, Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
This month, Wisconsin legislators passed a college sports NIL bill that includes a sweeping public records exemption, which transparency advocates say would effectively conceal most financial records of an athletic department.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 30 Mar. 2026
None of those claims is accurate, according to advocates and medical experts.
—CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
But advocates warn that weakening birthright citizenship could embolden states to test the limits of Plyler, arguing that the constitutional logic protecting undocumented children no longer applies in the same way.
—Jenni Fink, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
But immigrant advocates worry that Plyler has become a political target.
—Jonaki Mehta, NPR, 30 Mar. 2026
All that instability, observers and advocates say, make the presence of outside observers even more important.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Both shootings have drawn criticism from advocates and have led to several demonstrations in Hartford.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026
Verb
His coverage is funded by The Just Trust, a nonprofit that advocates for a humane justice system and reforms to problems in the system.
—Patrick Wilson, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2026
With this in mind, the American Academy of Pediatrics advocates for the health of all children who must avoid certain foods to stay healthy.
—Dr. Sonja O'Leary, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
The National Low Income Housing Coalition advocates on behalf of people with the lowest incomes, whose access to affordable, quality housing is especially challenging in today’s economy.
—Bob Woods, CNBC, 29 Mar. 2026
It's also done for the joy, said Jessica Lautz, vice president of research for the National Association of Realtors, an organization that advocates for property rights and represents its real estate members.
—ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
As an initial step, the CRFB advocates capping what these formerly super-high-earners, garnering the biggest payments, will receive going forward.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 26 Mar. 2026
That's concerning to Erika Lorshbough, the executive director of interACT, a nonprofit that advocates for intersex youth.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 26 Mar. 2026
In the days before Metro’s pivotal board vote, speculation swirled among public transit advocates that Bass, a key member of the board who appoints three other members, might seek to delay approval for the project based on community concerns.
—National Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
The Union of Concerned Scientists is an organization that advocates for scientific integrity.
—Lisa Song, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advocates
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Even proponents acknowledge limitations.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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While proponents say changes have made streets safer, critics suspect projects that reduce space for cars will only make traffic congestion worse — even after the construction disruptions end.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
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Nevada County’s admission comes as AI programs are under close watch around the globe for introducing incorrect legal references in cases, yet also increasingly offered as tools to help lawyers and judges research and write their briefs, motions and opinions.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Boasberg later ordered two Justice Department lawyers to testify.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Founded in 1935, the Lake Forest Caucus vets residents interested in serving on city boards and commissions and endorses candidates for local offices, including mayor, City Council, and the city’s two local public school boards.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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The cops are rendered so clueless and so steadfast in their stupidity, the series accidentally endorses ACAB.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
18 Mar. 2026
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By the time the final seconds ticked off the clock, many Houston fans had cleared out and the Illinois supporters stood and cheered as their team celebrated.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Ghio was the assistant child advocate before her nomination to lead the office, and her supporters say her track record is admirable.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
26 Mar. 2026
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Norris supports paper ballots instead of voting machines, according to his campaign website.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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More noteworthy initiatives include the hotel’s green roof, which supports urban biodiversity, and its five-year Habitat Management Plan, run by a team of ecologists.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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Kat Chan, nutritionist and author of Substack’s Full Serving, champions it as one of the most grounding ways to start the day, particularly in colder months.—
Hannah Coates,
Vogue,
5 Mar. 2026
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Crosswell has secured a series of high-profile endorsements, including from the VoteVets political action group, which champions Democratic political candidates.—
Scott MacFarlane,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Advocates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advocates. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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