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as in support
an act or instance of helping
the teacher's backing on the science project was invaluable
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as in sponsorship
the financial support and general guidance for an undertaking
the museum exhibition would not have been possible without corporate backing
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as in endorsing
to promote the interests or cause of
she enthusiastically backed the plan to renovate and upgrade the school's facilities
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as in assisting
to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end
a number of influential people have already agreed to back the candidate
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as in reinforcing
to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)
the author needs to back her thesis with more facts
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Recent Examples of backing
Austin American Statesman, 12 Jan. 2026
Though Robby Hoddinott was responsible for the track’s prickly guitar lead, the backing of bassist-pal Dave Torbert from New Riders of the Purple Sage elevates Weir and the song’s rhythmic bottom to something uplifting and downright prancy.
—A.d. Amorosi, Variety, 11 Jan. 2026
Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 12 Jan. 2026
Ross and Howell launched the company in 2016 and ran it as co-CEOs with backing from BBC and Access Entertainment.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 12 Jan. 2026
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Noun
With Pepsi’s backing, the brand is positioned for further innovation and potential spinoffs in the year ahead.
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Reigning state semifinalist Methuen/Tewksbury returns Dream Team goalie Lydia Barnes, backing star junior Lyla Chapman and an exceptional defense.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for backing
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The gentle support helps keep legs from feeling heavy after hours of sitting, walking, and moving between destinations.—
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The organization was founded to break the stigma around mental health and create a space for support, conversation, and creative expression.—
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For over two decades, her father has been trying to do just that with the help of his brother, who is a citizen, through his I-130 sponsorship, also called a family petition.—
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The hosts talk about how the saga shows the other side of sports sponsorships.—
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Initially endorsing former President Biden in the 2024 election, UAW threw its support behind former Vice President Kamala Harris after Biden withdrew from the race.—
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Garza left in 2024 after The Times did not publish an editorial endorsing Kamala Harris for president.—
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Duties include patrolling residential neighborhoods, shopping centers, business parks, schools, local parks and assisting with traffic control, home vacation and elderly welfare checks.—
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Haverford Township commissioners voted 7–2 Monday to bar local police from assisting federal immigration agents in enforcing civil immigration laws, citing concerns about community trust and policing priorities.—
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This specific Barbie isn’t reinforcing a singular presentation of autism that’s already dominant.—
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The call is open to participants worldwide, regardless of academic affiliation, reinforcing Istituto Marangoni’s commitment to discovering and supporting talent beyond its own student and alumni network.—
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The shelter operates near capacity, with residents typically staying three to six months while receiving wraparound services including documentation assistance, employment support and housing placement.—
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With assistance from other authorities, the maritime law enforcement agency said an MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter was dispatched from Coast Guard Air Station Borinquen to perform shoreline and offshore searches north of Aguadilla.—
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Government positions, especially during the era of political patronage, was a common means of employment.—
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The duties of civil servants, who remained in their chairs as presidents came and went, were supposed to transcend patronage and partisanship.—
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Oliver family continues long‑term advocacy Manuel and Patricia Oliver, whose son Joaquin was killed in the mass shooting, have spent years advocating for stronger gun laws.—
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Damon is no stranger to advocating for causes outside of Hollywood.—
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“Backing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backing. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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