They were less supportive of his challenge for a study of media bias, however.

He has been relatively supportive and silent for six years.

But if Americans are likely to remain supportive of war for the near future, how long will their patience last?

My close friends were supportive and always available for conversations by phone, but none of them had lived in the White House.

"They've been supportive for many years, and I think they'll support us on this."

Initial treatment given will usually be supportive in nature, for example administration of oxygen, and monitoring.

The group has worked with the schools, which have tried to make the classroom environment more supportive for adoptive children and their families.

I called Nana and she was supportive for a change.

"I wish I knew how to be more supportive for you."