PLUMP (FOR) Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

plump (for)

verb

Definition of plump (for)

as in to advocate

to promote the interests or cause of will plump for any candidate who supports stem cell research

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Burkhard’s organization advocates for changes to this and other policies, like a bill currently being considered at the federal level, aiming to lower the out-of-pocket cost of perinatal care for mothers.

— Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
This simply exposes the true motivation of some who have advocated opposition to this transaction.

— Matt Donnelly, Variety, 22 Aug. 2026

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That ability is probably there for just about every retailer, even the tiniest ones, according to Linda Toth, executive director of Conexxus, an industry technology group that supports convenience stores and gas stations.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026
The distinctive frame already resembles the aircraft that will eventually soar through Titan’s dense orange skies, complete with landing skids, support arms for its eight rotors and the housing for its nuclear power system.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

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