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advocates

Pronunciation: [ˈæd.və.keɪts]

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Learn how to use advocates in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “social change”

(noun) someone who supports or speaks in favor of a cause or a group of people. Advocates work to help others and make changes in society, like fighting for the rights of animals or helping the environment.

Example

She is an advocate for children's education and helps schools get better resources.

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He is not an advocate for any cause and never speaks up about important issues.

Example

Who are the advocates for climate change in your community?

Context: “social change”

(verb) to support or recommend something publicly. If someone advocates for a specific idea, they are telling others why it is important or good, just like how some people encourage their friends to eat healthier food.

Example

She advocates for better laws to protect the environment.

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He does not advocate for any changes and prefers to keep things the same.

Example

What issues do you advocate for in your community?

How to pronounce advocates

Pronunciation: [ˈæd.və.keɪts]

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