Answer:

support

Answer	Crossword Clue
SUPPORT	Visible means of ..
SUPPORT	Provide for, as a dependent
SUPPORT	Backing

SUPPORT	Back
SUPPORT	Congressman's sine qua non.
SUPPORT	Back up.
SUPPORT	Backing.
SUPPORT	Stand by.
SUPPORT	Champion.
SUPPORT	Beam or pillar, for instance
SUPPORT	Back up

SUPPORT	Corroborate
SUPPORT	Upkeep
SUPPORT	Financial backing
SUPPORT	Be in favor of

Crossword

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