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unsupported backing

[/ˌʌnsəˈpɔːrtɪd ˈbækɪŋ/]
nounpl: unsupported backings
apoio não fundamentado
1. Support or endorsement that lacks evidence, justification, or financial resources
The project failed due to unsupported backing from investors who withdrew their commitment.
O projeto fracassou devido ao apoio não fundamentado de investidores que retiraram seu compromisso.
2. In textiles/bookbinding: a backing material that lacks adequate structural support
The book's spine deteriorated because of unsupported backing material.
A lombada do livro se deteriorou por causa do material de apoio não estruturado.
3. In music/entertainment: endorsement without substantive commitment or resources
The artist received only unsupported backing from the record label.
O artista recebeu apenas um apoio não fundamentado da gravadora.
Synonyms
weak supporthollow endorsementbaseless backingunfounded supportinadequate backing
Antonyms
strong backingsolid supportwell-founded backingsubstantial supportverified endorsement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
apoio não fundamentado
Standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
respaldo sem base
Alternative commercial/business usage
Portugal
apoio infundado
More formal European Portuguese variant

Related Idioms & Phrases

all talk and no action
fair-weather friend
empty promises
backing without substance
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