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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Carbenes are widely used as "ligands," or supporting components in metal-based catalysts that help drive chemical reactions.
From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2026
The camaraderie among the crew and the teams supporting them on the ground, she said, was a once in a lifetime privilege.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
A judge has put on hold all trials of people charged with supporting Palestine Action, scheduling a blanket review of cases for July 30.
From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026
“What will not qualify is clothing or household items. The deduction is not available for gifts to donor-advised funds, private grant foundations and supporting organizations.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026
Doubled over and supporting myself with one hand against the doorframe and the other on my thigh, I scan the interior of the room with sightless eyes.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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