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支持, 帮助
to provide someone or something with encouragement or help
及物动词
- Friends and family members often support each other during challenging times.
朋友和家人经常在充满挑战的时期互相支持。
- While I was going through a tough time, they were supporting me unconditionally.
当我经历艰难时期时，他们无条件地支持我。
- The government launched new programs to support small businesses during the economic downturn.
政府启动了新计划以在经济低迷时期支持小企业。
- Friends and colleagues organized a fundraiser to support him in paying for his medical bills.
朋友和同事组织了一次筹款活动，以支持他支付医疗费用。
- The teacher always tries to support her students by offering extra help after class.
老师总是试图通过课后提供额外帮助来支持她的学生。
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支撑, 支持
to hold a person or thing in position or prevent them from falling
及物动词
- The scaffolding was strategically placed to support the workers as they painted the exterior of the building.
脚手架被战略性地放置以支撑工人在粉刷建筑物外部时的安全。
- The strong branches of the oak tree supported the tire swing, allowing children to play safely in the backyard.
橡树强壮的树枝支撑着轮胎秋千，让孩子们可以在后院安全地玩耍。
- Railings along the staircase are designed to support individuals and prevent accidental falls.
楼梯旁的栏杆旨在支撑个人并防止意外跌落。
- The safety harness was securely fastened to support the rock climber as they ascended the steep cliff.
安全带被牢固地固定以支撑攀岩者在攀登陡峭悬崖时。
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支持, 资助
to provide financial or material assistance
及物动词
- Parents often support their children financially during college.
父母经常在大学期间经济上支持他们的孩子。
- The organization supports various charitable causes through donations.
该组织通过捐赠支持各种慈善事业。
- She worked multiple jobs to support her family.
她做了多份工作来支持她的家庭。
- The charity aims to support underprivileged children with school supplies.
该慈善机构旨在用学校用品支持贫困儿童。
- They received a loan to support the growth of their business.
他们获得了一笔贷款来支持他们业务的发展。
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支持, 拥护
to align oneself with a particular idea, group, or movement
及物动词
- During election season, individuals may openly support a specific political candidate.
在选举季节，个人可能会公开支持特定的政治候选人。
- The environmentalist chose to support initiatives aimed at conservation and sustainable practices.
环保主义者选择支持旨在保护和可持续实践的计划。
- Employees may support a labor union to negotiate better working conditions and benefits.
员工可能支持工会以协商更好的工作条件和福利。
- The artist decided to use their art to support social justice movements.
艺术家决定用他们的艺术来支持社会正义运动。
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支持, 为...加油
to show loyalty to and encouragement for a particular team or athlete, often by attending games, cheering, or following their progress
- I've supported Manchester United since I was a child.
我从小就一直支持曼联。
- The crowd passionately supported their home team throughout the match.
人群在整个比赛中热情地支持他们的主队。
- Many fans traveled across the country to support their team in the final.
许多粉丝为了在决赛中支持他们的团队而走遍全国。
- Even when they lose, he continues to support them without fail.
即使他们输了，他也继续支持他们，从不间断。
- They wore team colors to show they support the local football club.
他们穿着球队颜色以表明他们支持当地足球俱乐部。
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支持, 证明
to provide evidence or information in order to prove that something, especially a claim or idea is true
及物动词
- She conducted experiments to support her hypothesis about the impact of climate change on marine life.
她进行了实验以支持她关于气候变化对海洋生物影响的假设。
- The professor aimed to support the theory that certain foods contribute to overall brain health.
教授旨在支持某些食物有助于整体大脑健康的理论。
- The journalist interviewed multiple sources to support her investigative report on political corruption.
记者采访了多个消息来源以支持她关于政治腐败的调查报道。
- In academic writing, it is essential to include citations and references to support your claims and ideas.
在学术写作中，必须包括引文和参考文献以支持你的主张和想法。
- The marketing team collected customer testimonials to support the effectiveness of the new product.
营销团队收集了客户推荐信以支持新产品的有效性。
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支持, 拥护
to present reasons or advocate for a particular idea, cause, or viewpoint
及物动词
- During the debate, each participant had the opportunity to support their stance on the proposed policy.
在辩论期间，每位参与者都有机会支持他们对所提议政策的立场。
- The student council president addressed the concerns of fellow students, working to support their needs and suggestions.
学生会主席解决了同学们的担忧，努力支持他们的需求和建议。
- Public health experts consistently support the benefits of vaccinations.
公共卫生专家一贯支持疫苗接种的好处。
- The activist community mobilized to support the rights of marginalized groups.
活动家社区动员起来支持边缘化群体的权利。
- The politician delivered a passionate speech to support a new policy, outlining its benefits for the community.
这位政治家发表了一场激情的演讲来支持一项新政策，概述了它对社区的好处。
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忍受, 容忍
to endure or allow something, often despite personal preferences or objections
及物动词
- In a healthy relationship, partners support each other's individuality, allowing for personal growth and expression.
在健康的关系中，伴侣们支持彼此的个性，允许个人成长和表达。
- The manager had to support occasional disruptions in the office during the renovation period.
经理不得不在装修期间忍受办公室偶尔的干扰。
- Cultivating a diverse workplace involves supporting various cultural practices and traditions among employees.
培养多元化的工作场所涉及在员工中支持各种文化习俗和传统。
- The teacher encouraged a classroom environment where students learn to support differing opinions.
老师鼓励了一个课堂环境，让学生学会支持不同的意见。
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支持, 暖场
to perform as the secondary act in a pop or rock concert, usually before the main performers
及物动词
- The local band was excited to support the headlining act and showcase their music to a larger audience.
当地乐队很兴奋能支持头条表演，并向更多的观众展示他们的音乐。
- The opening act's job is to support the main performers by entertaining the audience.
开场表演的工作是通过娱乐观众来支持主要表演者。
- The emerging artist was thrilled to have the opportunity to support the well-known band on their national tour.
这位新兴艺术家很高兴有机会在全国巡演中支持这支知名乐队。
- The indie band was honored to be chosen to support the iconic rock band on their farewell tour.
这支独立乐队很荣幸被选为标志性摇滚乐队告别巡演的暖场乐队。
- In the world of music festivals, many up-and-coming artists dream of being invited to support established headliners.
在音乐节的世界里，许多崭露头角的艺术家梦想被邀请支持已成名的主打艺人。