propping (up)

verb

Definition of propping (up)next
present participle of prop (up)
1
as in carrying
to hold up or serve as a foundation for these beams are propping up the entire roof

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2
as in assisting
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end invariably his strong religious faith props him up in times of crisis

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for propping (up)
  1. carrying
  2. sustaining
  3. supporting
  4. staying
Verb
  • However, some charge cards may offer an optional pay-over-time feature that acts similarly to carrying a balance, which would come with interest.
    Ryley Amond, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Just beyond the crowds of Urbanites packed at the makeshift stage were travelers going about their business, pumping gas into their SUVs and RVs and carrying armloads of brisket sandwiches to their cars.
    Stephen Deusner, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of carrying
Verb
  • The child was injured in the shooting, sustaining a gunshot wound.
    Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Businesses might face challenges in maintaining productivity levels, meeting contractual obligations, and sustaining profitability.
    Solange Charas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of sustaining
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  • To foster that kind of deep inclusion, companies often try to create a warm and welcoming culture, perhaps by supporting employee resource groups or sponsoring company events such as happy hours and team offsites.
    Gregg Muragishi, Harvard Business Review, 24 Dec. 2024
  • However, all of these options should provide instant hydration—locking in moisture and supporting skin barrier repair.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of supporting
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  • These guys are paid handsomely, they’re given top-notch amenities and fly all over the continent on first-class charters staying at posh five-star hotels.
    Michael Russo, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • These guys are paid handsomely, they’re given top-notch amenities and fly all over the continent on first-class charters staying at posh five-star hotels.
    Michael Russo, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of staying
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“Propping (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/propping%20%28up%29. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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