plunk (for)

verb

variants or plonk (for)
Definition of plunk (for)next
as in to endorse
to promote the interests or cause of I'm willing to plunk for any program that will reduce carbon emissions

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plunk (for)
  1. endorse
  2. advocate
  3. support
  4. adopt
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  • Unpasteurized milk, which some claim is healthier than regular milk sold in grocery stores, has been in the spotlight because Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has endorsed it.
    Hope Karnopp, Journal Sentinel, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Good led the conservative House Freedom Caucus but narrowly lost his primary during the summer to Virginia State Senator John McGuire, who was endorsed by President-elect .
    Sonam Sheth, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of endorse
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  • Leverage mentors and sponsors: Cultivate relationships with individuals who can advocate for your growth and offer guidance.
    Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
  • This victory is not only a significant moment for Jackson but also for Kardashian, who has been advocating for the release of wrongfully incarcerated individuals for years.
    Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of advocate
Verb
  • They are designed to promote certain goals such as economic development, innovation, and supporting underrepresented groups in business.
    Melissa Houston, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
  • In August 2024, the United States, also a major plastic and oil producer, announced a surprising policy shift by now committing to support limits on plastic production as well.
    Susan Solomon, WIRED, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of support
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  • Now 30 years old, Dawkins has adopted a work smarter, not harder strategy this season and has depended less on his athleticism to win.
    Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Many small businesses are hesitant to adopt new technology because of high prices, training requirements, and an underlying fear of modernization.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of adopt
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