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supported by vs supported on

Both are correct phrases, but they're used in different contexts. 'Supported by' is used to indicate the source of support or backing, while 'supported on' indicates the physical surface on which something is resting.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate the source of support or backing.

"supported by"

Use 'supported by' when you want to indicate the source of support or backing for something or someone.

Examples:

  • The project was supported by a team of experts.
  • She felt supported by her friends during a difficult time.
  • The decision was supported by strong evidence.
  • The bridge is supported by sturdy pillars.
  • The roof is supported by wooden beams.
  • This section of the wall is supported by three pillars.
  • The songs have oriental leanings supported by an extensive orchestra.
  • Not supported by all video output drivers.
  • One of the college servants reported seeing a drunk being supported by a man and a young woman.
  • This movement was prominently supported by Dorothy Day.
  • HDR not supported by all games and entertainment streaming services.
  • Personal and social-network communication is supported by digital technology.
  • Both projects were supported by André Breton.
  • Ukrainian shelters were supported by mammoth tusks.
  • The event was supported by the Singapore Tourism Board.
  • Cultural festival supported by Provincia di Verona and Comune di Sommacampagna.
  • They were supported by their northern counterparts.
  • CSS is supported by all browsers today.
  • Also multimodem cards are supported by Linux.
  • Connections to Burgas were supported by 18 September 2010.
  • This is supported by molecular evidence.
  • The program is supported by the European Space Agency.
  • Peter of Castile was supported by the English.
  • Few are supported by contemporary writings.
  • This fully supported by the EMPL Committee.

Alternatives:

  • backed by
  • aided by
  • assisted by
  • helped by
  • bolstered by

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate the physical surface on which something is resting.

"supported on"

Use 'supported on' when you want to indicate the physical surface on which something is resting or placed.

Examples:

  • The vase is supported on a wooden table.
  • The book is supported on a shelf.
  • The statue is supported on a pedestal.
  • The structure is supported on concrete pillars.
  • The painting is supported on an easel.
  • Note SCARM is not supported on operating systems and platforms other than PC/Windows.
  • Meeting recordings are created in Flash, which is not supported on many mobile devices.
  • Fingerprint lock supported on Android 6.0 or SAMSUNG devices
  • Abstract unix domain socket addresses not supported on this system
  • This is the last version supported on Windows Phone 7.
  • DLNA is widely supported on PCs, laptops, smartphones and other devices.
  • The whole assembly is supported on Silent Block.
  • Printing is not supported on this printer
  • Russ Allbery maintains the OpenAFS which is not supported on four architectures.
  • It is supported on any type of mobile device that an individual may have.
  • Due to the not so limited space requirement multiple languages will be supported on this DVD.
  • The catalyst is phosphoric or sulfuric acid supported on silica gel.
  • It is not supported on mobile devices.
  • The Smart Touch application is not supported on these Operating Systems.
  • We will be fully supported on all levels in our New Lives.
  • HDR content is supported on Netflix, YouTube (up to 1440p and 60 fps) and directly in the Gallery app.
  • We recommend convert dvd to the MP4 container: it's widely supported on both streaming devices and portables.
  • The weight of the component at the central location is supported on a horizontal mounting plate that fits onto the main frame using the same fixtures.
  • JBOD is only supported on SATA controllers with port multiplier function.
  • Downrock is performed with the body supported on the hands and feet.

Alternatives:

  • resting on
  • placed on
  • sitting on
  • standing on
  • lying on

Related Comparisons

"approved on" vs "approved in" "assisted in" vs "assisted on" "support on" vs "support of" "support on" vs "support in" "support on" vs "support to" "support for" vs "support on"

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