lend my support

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase 'lend my support' is correct and usable in written English.
You can use this phrase to express your willingness to help someone or something. For example: "I want to lend my support to this cause to help bring about positive change".

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

24 human-written examples

He said: "I am pleased to lend my support and patronage to such an important cause".

Independent

I should crawl out of bed this very instant and lend my support to Mr. George.

The New York Times - Books

For all these reasons, I am thrilled to lend my support to a campaign that champions small businesses".

The Guardian - Business

"I went along to the fracking protest at Barton Moss to lend my support because of the concerns I have about environmental issues," wrote Bez for the Guardian.

The Guardian - Music

I went along to the fracking protest at Barton Moss to lend my support because of the concerns I have about environmental issues.

The Guardian - Opinion

He does qualify this a bit, though: "If there are topics I feel strongly about, issues I could lend my support to" then he says he would; that he "doesn't want to shy away from a cause or institution".

Independent

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

36 human-written examples

As we traded ideas in Cairo, and I lent my support and commitment to their cause, we all acknowledged how difficult their journey toward freedom would be.

Huffington Post

I lend my full support to the commanders of the Israeli Defence Force in their campaign to put an end to eight years of attacks to innocent men, women and children.

The Guardian

I will continue to lend my voice and support to those in the care and support sector who are challenging stigma and lack of understanding of mental health issues – to the experts, charities and medical professionals whose wise counsel I will use to inform existing and future policy initiatives.

The Guardian

I am pleased to lend my expertise and support to this critical endeavor and ask the public for their support.

Huffington Post

"I'm here just to lend my voice and support to a family I care deeply about," Obama said, and then named some of the littler Bidens.

The Washington Post

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When using this phrase, follow it with a clear statement of what you are supporting and why. This provides context and makes your support more meaningful.

Common error

Avoid using "lend my support" repeatedly in a single piece of writing. Vary your language by using synonyms like "offer my backing", "give my endorsement", or "pledge my assistance" to keep your writing engaging and avoid sounding repetitive.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "lend my support" functions as a declarative statement expressing the speaker's intention to provide assistance or endorsement. As seen in Ludwig, this expression is commonly used to show alignment with a cause or person. It serves to publicly affirm one's backing.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

70%

Science

15%

Formal & Business

15%

Less common in

Wiki

0%

Encyclopedias

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The phrase "lend my support" is a grammatically correct expression used to indicate one's willingness to assist or endorse something. As noted by Ludwig, this phrase is deemed correct and usable in written English. Though categorized as uncommon in frequency, it appears across varied contexts such as news, science and formal writing. To enhance clarity and impact, be specific about what you are supporting and why. While useful for declaring public backing, avoid overuse by incorporating synonyms like "offer my backing" or "give my endorsement".

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

Give my endorsement

Signifies a formal approval or recommendation.

Pledge my assistance

Highlights a committed offer of help or aid.

Offer my backing

Focuses on providing direct support or endorsement.

Show my approval

Indicates agreement and positive sentiment.

Add my voice

Focuses on contributing to a collective expression of support.

Extend my patronage

Implies a more formal and sustained form of support, often financial or influential.

Offer my advocacy

Implies active and public support for a particular cause or person.

Voice my advocacy

Highlights active support and promotion of a cause.

Express my solidarity

Emphasizes alignment and unity in supporting a cause or group.

Throw my weight behind

Suggests using influence or resources to support something.

FAQs

What does it mean to "lend my support" to something?

To "lend my support" means to offer help, approval, or endorsement to a cause, person, or organization. It implies a willingness to actively assist or advocate for them.

How can I "lend my support" in a practical way?

You can "lend your support" through various actions such as volunteering time, donating resources, publicly endorsing the cause, or advocating for it within your community. Consider alternatives like "offer my backing" or "pledge my assistance".

What's the difference between "lend my support" and "give my support"?

While both phrases convey a similar meaning, "lend my support" suggests a more temporary or conditional form of assistance, whereas "give my support" implies a more permanent or wholehearted commitment. Consider "give my endorsement" as an alternative.

Are there more formal ways to say "lend my support"?

Yes, phrases like "extend my patronage", "offer my official endorsement", or "pledge my unwavering support" are more formal alternatives. You can use "express my solidarity" to emphasize alignment.