soutenir
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soutenir
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., acheter).
1. (to prop up)
a. to support
Audrey a utilisé un livre pour soutenir l'étagère bancale.Audrey used a book to support the wobbly shelf.
b. to hold up
Pendant les travaux, il faudra soutenir le mur avec des planches.During the construction, we'll have to hold up the wall with planks.
2. (to help)
a. to support
Omar essaie toujours de soutenir ses amis pendant les moments difficiles.Omar always tries to support his friends during tough times.
b. to give support
Les parents d'Alba l'ont soutenue dans ce projet ambitieux.Alba's parents gave her support in this ambitious project.
3. (to insist)
4. (education)
a. to defend (for thesis or dissertation)
Clara va soutenir sa thèse avant la fin du semestre.Clara is going to defend her dissertation before the end of the semester.
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