supporting
Britishadjective
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(of a role) being a fairly important but not leading part, esp in a play or film
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(of an actor or actress) playing a supporting role
Example Sentences
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“Instead of supporting and bolstering her as a creative in their midst, she became their salon host,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026
The company declined to outline its plans for Canada, which accounted for 4% of its $4.5 billion in revenue last year, but said it was committed to supporting the country’s dealers and riders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 21, 2026
Genetic testing showed that his MAL gene was normal, supporting the conclusion that his antibody was acquired rather than caused by the rare inherited MAL deficiency.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 19, 2026
"We are supporting all emergency services involved in the response and their efforts to get people to safety", said the council.
From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2026
Doha and Gunwoo walked the rest of the way, supporting the woman between them.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
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