1
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
Critics argue that Trump's order undermines international law, while supporters see it as necessary to protect American and Israeli interests.
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Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025
There was an obvious divide between passionate objectors and supporters, according to voters who were a part of the discussion.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 7 Feb. 2025
Vern was also a big supporter of his grandchildren in their school activities such as soccer, football, and wrestling.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Families, friends and supporters of people who have died in Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office custody pleaded with members of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards to place the jail on its noncompliance list at the state board’s Feb. 6 meeting.
—Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Feb. 2025
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Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025
There was an obvious divide between passionate objectors and supporters, according to voters who were a part of the discussion.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 7 Feb. 2025
Vern was also a big supporter of his grandchildren in their school activities such as soccer, football, and wrestling.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Families, friends and supporters of people who have died in Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office custody pleaded with members of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards to place the jail on its noncompliance list at the state board’s Feb. 6 meeting.
—Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supporter
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White-Cain is a proponent of the prosperity theology, which is centered around financial and physical well-being being done through the will of God.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
7 Feb. 2025
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Others might argue that Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos is an enthusiastic proponent of freedom of expression.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2025
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Steve Bannon has discussed with New York state prosecutors a potential plea deal in its criminal case charging the longtime ally of President Donald Trump with defrauding donors to a southern border wall, according to media reports.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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In a statement, Fogel's family thanked Mr. Trump and other allies who fought for his release.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2025
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Crime, courts and policing Immigration crackdown could deter workers from reporting hazards, advocates warn.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2025
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Homeless advocates defied a prominent real estate company on Saturday by promising to continue their weekly food distributions and church services in a North Sacramento parking lot.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacramento Bee,
9 Feb. 2025
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Last month, my colleague Mike Winters profiled a couple who successfully manage 15 credit cards in order to maximize their perks.—
Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2025
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State subsidies for electric trucks are a key part of California’s strategy, as my colleague Russ Mitchell reports.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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The pair arrived together with other friends to the event in New Orleans.—
Mikelle Street,
WWD,
10 Feb. 2025
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During all of this, Mark and friends are helped along their journey by some very strange road markers — namely, themselves.—
Josh Wigler,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Feb. 2025
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However, if and when that happens, do not expect to be her confidant again.—
Jeanne Phillips,
The Mercury News,
29 Jan. 2025
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Several years ago, Andrew Young, the politician, civil rights leader and confidant of Dr. King, was honored at the annual gala thrown by Smith’s foundation, the Tommie Smith Youth Initiative.—
Mia Galuppo,
The Hollywood Reporter,
22 Jan. 2025
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The Huskers’ 40-year-old running backs coach is the only assistant without terms of a contract revealed for this year.—
Mitch Sherman,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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An assistant discovered Baena's body at a Los Angeles-area home around 10:30 a.m.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Supporter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supporter. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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