Meaning of the word proponents in English

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proponents

US /prəˈpoʊ.nənts/
UK /prəˈpəʊ.nənts/

Plural Noun

people who advocate or support a theory, proposal, or course of action

Example:
The proponents of the new policy argued for its benefits.
She is one of the leading proponents of environmental protection.
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