sporadicbacking
nounUK /spəˈrædɪk ˈbækɪŋ/
US /spəˈrædɪk ˈbækɪŋ/
Sporadic backing is help that comes only now and then, not all the time.
The small team finished the project thanks to sporadic backing from a few volunteers.
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2. In music, uneven accompaniment that appears only in scattered sections of a piece.
The song's sporadic backing from the strings gave it a dreamy, off-and-on feel.
3. In finance, inconsistent financial support given to a venture at irregular intervals.
Investors grew worried about the sporadic backing of the startup's expansion.
4. In sports, occasional defensive support provided to a player or position.
The goalkeeper struggled because of sporadic backing from the defense.