Comic strip by Ed Stein: to root for

To support an idea plan or person - synonyms or related words for To support an idea plan or person - Macmillan Dictionary and Thesaurus:

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root for - take sides with; align oneself with; show strong sympathy for; "We all rooted for the home team"; "I'm pulling for the underdog"; "Are you siding with the defender of the title?" pull side - take sides for or against; "Who are you widing with?"; "I"m siding against the current candidate" The free dictionary