shadysupport
nounUK /ˈʃeɪdi səˈpɔːt/
US /ˈʃeɪdi səˈpɔːrt/
Help that seems nice but is not really safe or honest.
The free money offer was just shadysupport that tried to trick people.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Backing given in a secret or dishonest way.
The team got shadysupport from a stranger who wanted something in return.
3. A prop or brace that looks weak or unsafe.
The shelf fell because it had only shadysupport holding it up.
4. Comfort that feels kind but hides a bad intention.
His shadysupport made her feel better until she learned the truth.