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as in proponent
a person who actively supports or favors a cause
President Lyndon B. Johnson was a strong supporter of civil rights
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as in ally
someone associated with another to give assistance or moral support
even the President's supporters acknowledge that some of the criticism is justified
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Recent Examples of supporter
In Los Feliz for more than a decade, Adomian is reputed as a vocal comedy-scene supporter and cheerleader.
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Julie Seabaugh, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2025
Councilman Luis Rodriguez, who campaigned on preserving parks and green spaces in 2021, was among the key supporters of the charter school expansion.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 15 Jan. 2025
But the political chaos provoked by the Dec. 3 martial law declaration is expected to continue, as Yoon and his ruling party supporters remain defiant against the insurrection charges.
—Se Eun Gong, NPR, 15 Jan. 2025
An intelligence bulletin from the New York Police Department obtained by ABC News indicated that ISIS supporters did celebrate the attack online.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
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Julie Seabaugh, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2025
Councilman Luis Rodriguez, who campaigned on preserving parks and green spaces in 2021, was among the key supporters of the charter school expansion.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 15 Jan. 2025
But the political chaos provoked by the Dec. 3 martial law declaration is expected to continue, as Yoon and his ruling party supporters remain defiant against the insurrection charges.
—Se Eun Gong, NPR, 15 Jan. 2025
An intelligence bulletin from the New York Police Department obtained by ABC News indicated that ISIS supporters did celebrate the attack online.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supporter
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Lately, proponents of the cull have pointed to a 2023 study by researchers from the Animal and Plant Health Agency, which seemed to show a reduction in bovine tuberculosis.Anna Russell, The New Yorker, 10 Jan. 2025
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Hours before this year’s legislative session formally began, proponents of school vouchers had already embarked on their push for what is likely to be one of the most contested topics in Idaho over the coming months.Ian Max Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 7 Jan. 2025
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In October, National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan announced a new critical minerals marketplace with U.S. allies to pull capacity on mineral processing and refinement away from China.Tobias Burns, The Hill, 8 Jan. 2025
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But Trump and his allies have shown little sympathy for that argument.Patrick J. McDonnell, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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The announcement comes after advocates filed a petition in 2022 saying the dye was linked to cancer and behavioral problems in children.Rebecca Morin, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
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Some legislators and advocates say faster results would allow less time for misinformation about election administration to take hold.Ashley Lopez, NPR, 16 Jan. 2025
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My colleague Joe Reid has also chosen to shepherd one particular GoFundMe to completion.Nate Jones, Vulture, 18 Jan. 2025
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Our colleagues Sergio Hernández and Nat Lash began digging into the older datasets, turning them into a searchable format.Jennifer Berry Hawes, ProPublica, 18 Jan. 2025
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Heidi was heartened to hear several neighbors and friends plan to rebuild their homes — if insurance payouts come through.Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN, 17 Jan. 2025
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Shim, a longtime friend, suggested that Kang apply for the pardon to clear his name — and his record.Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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Driving the news: Ortagus will join a team led by Trump's close friend and confidant Steve Witkoff.Barak Ravid, Axios, 3 Jan. 2025
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His confidants and supporters in the locker room were few, if any.Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Jan. 2025
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Payton once counted Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady and offensive line coach Aaron Kromer among his assistants with the New Orleans Saints.Nick Kosmider, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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At one point, the blaze encroached upon the homes of Close and assistant Tony Newnan, who live near the edge of the fire zone.Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2025
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“Supporter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supporter. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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