supporters

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  1. noun One that supports, as a structural member of a building.
  2. noun One who promotes or advocates; an adherent: a supporter of capitalism.
  3. noun An athletic supporter.

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  • Yes, his supporters are a lost cause ... how sad ... but there are still some average people we can reach so keep working on it-EVERYONE. —  Latest Articles
  • But just remember -- Limbaugh, and his supporters are the folks that Rick Perry is pandering to on a daily basis. —  Burnt Orange Report
  • Last question: Some of your supporters are among the biggest names in Seattle music. —  Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Local News
  • In addition to this disconnect, of particular concern to Obama supporters is the potential for a "Bradley Effect" on election day - or lower than expected turnout driven by racial animus. —  Obsidian Wings
  • "Attacking our supporters is a new low for the campaign that's run more millions of dollars of negative ads than any other in history." —  First Read
 

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