in support of

phrase

1
: in a way that shows approval of (something) : in favor of (something)
A majority voted in support of the bill.
2
: in order to support (something)
He presented evidence in support of his hypothesis.
The band is on a promotional tour in support of their latest album.

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In recent news, Sean Pouche voted in support of silently cutting Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, where 169,032 Missouri kids as of March were supported in early literacy. Sophie Lindberg july 27, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026 In 2023, the Houthis launched ballistic missiles against Israel in support of Hamas in Gaza, and disrupted Red Sea shipping. Chris Lau, CNN Money, 26 July 2026 After missing out on selection last year, Brandon McNulty had an excellent Tour in support of Pogačar, particularly in pacing up the Tourmalet and Le Lioran. Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 26 July 2026 The North American leg of the Middle of Nowhere Tour, in support of Musgraves’ recent album of the same name, concludes October 27 in Seattle. Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in support of

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“In support of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20support%20of. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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