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without backing
[wɪðˈaʊt ˈbækɪŋ]
adjective/adverbial phrase
sem apoio
1.
lacking support, endorsement, or financial resources
The project proceeded without backing from the government.
O projeto prosseguiu sem apoio do governo.
2.
unsupported by evidence or documentation
His claims were without backing and therefore dismissed.
Suas alegações eram sem fundamentação e, portanto, foram descartadas.
3.
lacking financial or material support
The startup launched without backing from investors.
A startup foi lançada sem apoio de investidores.
Synonyms
unsupported
unfounded
unsubstantiated
without support
unsupported
unfunded
Antonyms
with backing
supported
funded
endorsed
substantiated
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
sem apoio
most common usage
Brazil
sem sustentação
when referring to lack of evidence or foundation
Portugal
sem apoio
standard usage
Portugal
sem suporte
more formal or technical contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
without a leg to stand on
up the creek without a paddle
flying blind
go it alone
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