The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word PROPPED
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The straight part
We know that "Supported" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case supported = propped.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does PROPPED mean?
PROPPED verb- (sometimes figurative) To support or shore up something.
- To play rugby in the prop position
- (usually with "up" - see prop up) To position the feet of (a person) while sitting, lying down, or reclining so that the knees are elevated at a higher level.
- To manually start the engine of a propeller-driven aircraft with no electric starter by pulling vigorously on one of the propeller blades using the hands, so that the propeller can catch ignition.