The man shook the right man's hand and again promised support.

Yet he had promised his support and would not withdraw it.

He also promised ongoing financial support for the building and maintaining of a church.

I didn't come here to promise you my support.

Hayes found the project very appealing and promised his full support.

Political neophytes, like business and religious leaders, were promised support - if only they would take a chance on running.

William Pitt, the prime minister, promised his support, but died before anything could be done.

He had promised full support but offered no suggestions or practical advice.

They must find sponsors willing to promise financial support, and can expect a more difficult time in becoming American citizens.

"I was promised tremendous support and got it in Berlin," he said.