advocate
verb (used with object)
to speak or write in favor of; support or urge by argument; recommend publicly.
am advocating
-
present progressiveof advocate (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“To suggest I am advocating for a terror attack is a disgusting smear and you should be ashamed of yourself,” he said.
From Slate ● May 14, 2018
What I am advocating for is a mind open to the possibilities of their use to help people in need.
From New York Times ● Nov. 29, 2014
Again, I am advocating for women to take control of themselves, take responsibility for themselves, don’t put themselves in harms way, ever.
From Salon ● Apr. 22, 2014
No. I am advocating a system that encourages people to aim to become more skilled and if they become rich in the process great.
From Economist ● Dec. 18, 2013
I am advocating action to prevent anything revolutionary.
From Standard Selections A Collection and Adaptation of Superior Productions From Best Authors For Use in Class Room and on the Platform by Robert I. Fulton
