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esteemed supporting
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "esteemed supporting" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to describe something that is both respected and supportive, but the combination is awkward and unclear. Example: "The esteemed supporting role of the volunteers was crucial to the success of the event."
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It is one thing to lead an esteemed supporting cast and another to be a chaperon and on-court coach for at least seven months.
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In our very first year, we had the esteemed support of federal, provincial and municipal levels of government; major corporate sponsors; and an audience of 500 that sold out weeks in advance.
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They verbalized that such support increased their confidence to breastfeed their baby, which substantiates Grassley's [ 36] conclusions that esteem support can build breastfeeding confidence.
Science
It contains 12 items measured on a four-point Likert scale, and it measures the level of social support using three subscales: everyday support, support in problem situations and esteem support.
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Using a 5-point Likert scale, respondents indicate the degree to which they agree or disagree with statements about their support resources and as a provider of emotional and esteem support.
Science
It's building their self-esteem, supporting their dreams and loving them unconditionally.
News & Media
Tiger Please in their short career have secured esteemed patronage and press support for their epic rock.
News & Media
I was also guided by the esteem, support and encouragement that many of you have shown me," Platini said in a statement, having written to all 209 member associations of Fifa to inform them of his intentions to stand.
News & Media
Esteem support only increased in the intervention group.
Science
The five scales measure: Appraisal Support; Self-esteem Support; Group Belonging Emotional Closeness Supportt, and Tangible Support.
After the group, mothers identified improved self-esteem, support from other mothers, improved parenting skills and improved communication with their children as outcomes of group participation.
Science
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Instead of using "esteemed supporting", consider more common and clear alternatives like "respected assistance" or "valued support" to ensure your message is easily understood.
Common error
Avoid combining adjectives in a way that creates an unclear or redundant meaning. "Esteemed" already implies a high level of regard, so directly following it with "supporting" can sound unnatural. Rephrase for clarity.
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Linguistic Context
Adjectival modifier. "Esteemed" functions as an adjective modifying a following noun, while "supporting" acts as another adjective meant to describe or enhance the noun further. However, Ludwig AI points out that this combination results in an awkward and uncommon phrasing.
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Academia
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Less common in
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while the phrase "esteemed supporting" might seem like a valid way to describe respected assistance, it's generally considered awkward and uncommon. Ludwig AI suggests that the combination of these two adjectives is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning. Common alternatives such as "respected assistance" or "valued support" offer clearer and more natural ways to express the intended meaning. Given its rare usage and potential for misinterpretation, it's best to opt for these alternatives in your writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
respected assistance
Replaces "esteemed" with "respected" and uses the noun "assistance" instead of the adjective "supporting" for a more direct and common expression.
valued support
Uses "valued" as a synonym for "esteemed", emphasizing the worth and importance of the support.
highly regarded backing
Substitutes "esteemed" with "highly regarded" and "supporting" with "backing", providing a slightly more formal tone.
prestigious endorsement
Replaces "supporting" with "endorsement", suggesting a formal approval or recommendation from a respected entity.
distinguished aid
Uses "distinguished" as a synonym for "esteemed", highlighting the exceptional quality of the aid provided.
prominent patronage
Implies support from someone famous and important. Patronage suggests a long-term relationship.
influential advocacy
Replaces support with advocacy, implying active promotion of a cause
renowned collaboration
Implies working together from someone esteemed
authoritative corroboration
Emphasizes validation from an authoritative source, rather than general support.
elite sponsorship
Suggests backing from an elite group, which is narrower than general support
FAQs
What is a more natural way to say "esteemed supporting"?
Consider alternatives like "respected assistance" or "valued support". These phrases are more common and easier to understand.
Is "esteemed supporting" grammatically correct?
While not strictly ungrammatical, "esteemed supporting" sounds awkward and is not a commonly used phrase. Ludwig AI suggests it's better to use clearer alternatives.
When can I use "esteemed"?
Use "esteemed" to describe people or things that are highly respected and admired, such as "esteemed colleague" or "esteemed institution".
What does "esteemed patronage" mean?
"Esteemed patronage" refers to support from a respected or admired patron. A patron is someone who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, cause, or activity.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
84%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested