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
  • According to the wildlife charity (WDC), Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins, spinner dolphins, orcas, Australian humpback dolphins and sperm whales have all been observed carrying dead calves.
    Tom Howarth, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
  • The suspect was reportedly carrying an assault rifle and a handgun.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of carrying
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  • While many artists can easily build a brand and fandom on social media, and then release music across streaming platforms without a major record label deal, managing and sustaining an entire career takes more know-how.
    Andrea Zarczynski, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
  • The falling birth rate is a concern in terms of sustaining economic development and the provision of support for large numbers of elderly people in the future.
    George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of sustaining
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  • If your current job in comms is growing stale, consider pivoting to supporting an organization fighting climate change.
    Aliza Knox, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
  • The design is intended to spur students to leave their rooms and connect with their fellow students, supporting physical and mental health.
    Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of supporting
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  • In my experience, staying ahead of trends is critical for success on Amazon.
    Mina Elias, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Others will follow, with some staying for a week at a time and others, perhaps, for just a day or two.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of staying
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