plunk (for)

verb

variants or plonk (for)
Definition of plunk (for)next
as in to endorse
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. endorse
  2. advocate
  3. support
  4. adopt
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  • Yes, online therapy appears to be pretty darn effective and has been endorsed by the American Psychological Association.
    Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
  • While Trump has endorsed the one-bill strategy for his reconciliation package, members of the Freedom Caucus have pushed for a two-bill track chock-full of spending cuts and deficit-reducing measures.
    Cami Mondeaux, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of endorse
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  • Quarterly review of values where leaders are rated on active listening, acknowledging privilege and advocating for inclusive policy.
    Julie Kratz, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Hansford has dedicated years to studying Garvey's case, authored a book about him, and has relentlessly advocated for his exoneration through legal means.
    Delano Massey, Axios, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of advocate
Verb
  • This was the first flight for the first stage booster supporting this mission, which landed on the A Shortfall of Gravitas droneship stationed in the Atlantic Ocean.
    Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Jan. 2025
  • However, the increasingly dynamic and unpredictable work environment doesn’t necessarily support a straightforward or linear career path.
    Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of support
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  • Finally, after the 59th ballot, the House adopted a resolution declaring that a speaker could be elected by a plurality.
    Lauren Peller, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Companies that adopt a strategic and proactive approach will be more likely to thrive despite future uncertainties.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of adopt
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plunked (for)

plunk (for)

plunking

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