prop (up) (Meaning)

prop (up)

to stop (something) from falling or slipping by placing something under or against it, to give help, encouragement, or support to (someone)

The pillows propped up the patient's head, ensuring their comfort during recovery.
The crumbling walls were propped up with wooden beams to prevent further collapse.
The organizers propped up the sagging stage with extra scaffolding for safety.
The tree surgeon propped up the injured branch with a metal brace to stabilize it.
The artist used a prop to support the wet canvas while it dried.
The students propped up their eyelids with toothpicks to stay awake during the marathon study session.
The props department was responsible for assembling and setting up all the necessary stage props.
The hikers propped up the tent poles with rocks to secure it against the wind.
The mechanic propped up the car with a hydraulic jack to replace the tire.
The director propped up the actor's confidence with words of encouragement before the audition.

to stop (something) from falling or slipping by placing something under or against it, to give help, encouragement, or support to (someone)

bolster,carry, sustain, support, stay, shore (up), undergird, brace, underpin, bear

fail, hold back, obstruct, block, thwart, hamper,hinder, interfere, balk, let down

The pillows propped up the patient's head, ensuring their comfort during recovery.

The crumbling walls were propped up with wooden beams to prevent further collapse.

The organizers propped up the sagging stage with extra scaffolding for safety.

The tree surgeon propped up the injured branch with a metal brace to stabilize it.