plunked (for)

verb

variants or plonked (for)
Definition of plunked (for)next
past tense of plunk (for)
as in endorsed
to promote the interests or cause of I'm willing to plunk for any program that will reduce carbon emissions

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  1. endorsed
  2. advocated
  3. supported
  4. adopted
Verb
  • Keep reading for the best whitening toothpastes the internet has to offer, all endorsed by dentists.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 27 Dec. 2024
  • If the proposal is endorsed by the Malagasy government, the Barren Isles would gain permanent protective status.
    Sira Thierij, NPR, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of endorsed
Verb
  • Pressley advocated for Biden to commute federal death sentences in a press conference earlier this month.
    Sudiksha Kochi, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The Wisconsin Muslim nonprofit has advocated for mental health policies that prioritize culturally competent counseling services.
    Natalie Eilbert, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of advocated
Verb
  • This seamless process ensures the recipient not only gains insights but also feels supported in understanding what those results mean.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Employees feel confident that their contributions are valued and supported by solid evidence, which encourages open communication and greater collaboration.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of supported
Verb
  • With details being finalized and legislation being adopted, a lot has been happening.
    Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Several more jurisdictions have adopted the GLOBE rules and domestic minimum top-up taxes that are intended to be in line with the GLOBE rules.
    Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of adopted
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