idiom
drum up support
DRUM up suh-PORT
drʌm ʌp səˈpɔːrtListen
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Syllable breakdown
drumupsupport
Dictionary meaning
To actively seek or generate support, interest, or business.
Examples
- She spent weeks drumming up support for the referendum campaign.
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