Positioned
Supported and positioned are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Supported" instead a noun "Positioned".
Supported
Supported adjective - Held up or having the weight borne especially from below.
Positioned and supported are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Positioned" instead a noun "Supported".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Nolan responded by gesturing towards the North Valley, where the Russians had positioned several artillery batteries, supported by riflemen and several cavalry squadrons.
Source: Useful Notes / The Crimean War -
Otani was supported from the rear by Kobayakawa Hideaki, who was positioned on Mount Matsuo.
Source: Useful Notes / Sengoku Period
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