as in advocating
to promote the interests or cause of
he has always championed the protection of abused animals
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Recent Examples of championing
Landing in Forum, known for championing formally ambitious and politically challenging cinema, aligned with Anwar’s intentions.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Feb. 2026
The two newcomers were both scouted by Barron, who’s known for championing young talent.
—Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Having someone like Eli in our corner, not just championing the film but becoming an integral part of it, feels completely surreal.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2026
Advocacy is not new for Vedder or for Pearl Jam, who spent some of his teen years in San Diego, which has been active in supporting social and environmental causes and championing voters’ rights.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Markey is championing two new pieces of legislation aimed at making the autonomous vehicle industry more transparent.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
For a founder whose identity is intertwined with building software and championing AI progress, the realization his own product could outperform his ideas landed with unusual force.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Whether championing literature through her influential book club or spotlighting changemakers, Oprah’s impact extends far beyond entertainment.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 29 Jan. 2026
After previously championing Bovino’s efforts in Minnesota, Noem’s team has this week privately pointed to the arrest quotas pushed by Miller at the White House as a cause of the problems.
—Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Feb. 2026
The two newcomers were both scouted by Barron, who’s known for championing young talent.
—Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Having someone like Eli in our corner, not just championing the film but becoming an integral part of it, feels completely surreal.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2026
Advocacy is not new for Vedder or for Pearl Jam, who spent some of his teen years in San Diego, which has been active in supporting social and environmental causes and championing voters’ rights.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Markey is championing two new pieces of legislation aimed at making the autonomous vehicle industry more transparent.
—Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
For a founder whose identity is intertwined with building software and championing AI progress, the realization his own product could outperform his ideas landed with unusual force.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Whether championing literature through her influential book club or spotlighting changemakers, Oprah’s impact extends far beyond entertainment.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 29 Jan. 2026
After previously championing Bovino’s efforts in Minnesota, Noem’s team has this week privately pointed to the arrest quotas pushed by Miller at the White House as a cause of the problems.
—Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for championing
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As voters this year on the rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee, their positions conflict with those of Governor Waller, who is advocating for more cuts, a position also held by Fed Chair-designate Kevin Warsh.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2026
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The group has been advocating for such clarifications to be included in trade agreements with other Latin American nations, too.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
11 Feb. 2026
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Now, the president himself has weighed in on the race, publicly endorsing District Attorney Clay Fuller.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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The Los Angeles City Council on Tuesday signed off on a plan to give financial relief to Palisades fire victims who are seeking to rebuild, endorsing it nearly 10 months after Mayor Karen Bass first announced it.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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In a January 16 court filing supporting criminal charges against the two men, the DOJ asserted Aljorna was the one driving the vehicle.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Eco effort Deeply committed to sea turtle conservation, Four Seasons Resort Nevis has partnered with the Sea Turtle Conservancy for over 15 years to educate and raise awareness while supporting research on migration patterns and species recovery.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Championing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/championing. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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