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show of support

[/ʃoʊ əv səˈpɔrt/]
noun phrasepl: shows of support
demonstração de apoio
1. A public or visible expression of backing, encouragement, or solidarity with a person, group, cause, or idea
The employees organized a show of support for their colleague who was facing difficult times.
Os funcionários organizaram uma demonstração de apoio para o colega que estava passando por dificuldades.
2. An act or gesture intended to demonstrate loyalty or allegiance
The fans' show of support for the team was evident in the packed stadium.
A demonstração de apoio dos torcedores ao time era evidente no estádio lotado.
NYC Slang
showing love / showing up for someone
Synonyms
demonstration of supportgesture of supportexpression of solidaritybackingendorsementshow of solidarity
Antonyms
show of oppositionprotestdemonstration againstdisapprovaldissent

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstração de apoio
Most common and widely understood across Brazil
São Paulo
demonstração de apoio / ato de solidariedade
Standard usage, may also use 'ato de solidariedade'
Rio de Janeiro
demonstração de apoio / manifestação de apoio
Both forms are used, 'manifestação de apoio' is also common
Portugal
demonstração de apoio / gesto de solidariedade
Both expressions are standard; 'gesto de solidariedade' is also frequently used

Related Idioms & Phrases

stand by someone
have someone's back
rally around someone
stand in solidarity with
lend support to
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