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cane A long, thin stick made of sugarcane or reed, used for walking or supporting oneself. ■ "I can't believe I forgot my walking cane at home!"
Cheerleading The act of enthusiastically encouraging and supporting a team or group, usually through the use of chants, songs, and gestures. ■ "I'm not good at cheerleading, I'm more of a 'go cheer yourself on' kind of person."
Hopefully An expression of optimism that something good will happen in the future, despite little to no evidence supporting it. ■ "I hopefully won't have to take a bath today because I'm too lazy to turn on the water."
propped To stand or remain with something supporting it, typically a prop. ■ I had to prop up my laptop on a stack of books so I could see the screen. It was like having a little desk!
railing A long, horizontal bar used for fencing or supporting something. ■ She accidentally grabbed the railing while walking down the staircase and fell flat on her face.
rod A long, thin piece of wood or metal used for various purposes such as fishing, walking, or supporting a structure. ■ "I'm going to catch some fish with my trusty rod and reel!"
backbone The central, supporting part of a creature that holds up its other parts and enables movement. The veritable spine of any organization, providing structure and support while allowing for flexibility and adaptability. ■ After the company's backbone (i.e., its employees) left due to low pay and lack of opportunities, the remaining parts of the organization were forced to move around aimlessly like a headless chicken.
Funding The act of providing financial support for a project or organization. ■ When the government announced they were cutting funding for the arts, many artists were left without their usual sources of income. But fear not! They banded together and started crowdfunding their projects on Kickstarter instead. A type of financial aid that is provided by a government or other organization for the purpose of supporting education or research. ■ "Funding opportunities" are often advertised on academic job boards, but most researchers would agree that the real treasure lies in finding a generous grant., A type of investment where an individual or organization provides money to support a project or business with the expectation of receiving a share of the profits. ■ "Venture capital" is a popular form of funding for start-ups, but it often comes with high interest rates and strict repayment terms. But hey, if you're willing to take the risk, it could be worth it in the end!, The act of making a lot of money through a successful business or project. ■ "Funding" can also refer to the amount of wealth an individual has accumulated. It's no wonder that many people are searching for ways to increase their funding!
Homegrown Produced or developed locally, as opposed to something imported from outside the area. ■ I prefer homegrown produce because it tastes fresher and has less pesticides than imported fruits and vegetables. Plus, supporting local farmers is a great way to help the community!
hypocritical adjective:<en></?><example>Being hypocritical means pretending to be something you're not in order to gain an advantage or to appear more virtuous than you actually are. Example: The politician was accused of being hypocritical for claiming to care about the environment while supporting policies that harmed it.</example>
keystone A large, flat stone used as the central supporting piece in an arch or vault. Also, a person who plays a crucial role in a scheme or organization. ■ "The keystone of the bridge was finally put in place, completing the arch and allowing traffic to flow through., "Without the keystone member of our team, the project would have fallen apart.
launched To release or make available something for public use, often with great fanfare. ■ The new restaurant on Main Street was launched with a grand opening ceremony attended by hundreds of people. The first customer to place an order received a free dessert as a thank you for supporting the business!