support group
noun
: a group of people with common experiences and concerns who provide emotional and moral support for one another
Examples of support group in a Sentence
He joined an alcoholics' support group.
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There are support groups for caregivers.
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Barton Goldsmith, AJC.com, 15 Jan. 2026
AlAnon is a support group for family and friends of alcoholics/addicts.
—Ramona Sentinel, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
The nonprofit also facilitates support groups and other community outreach programs and has contracts with some school districts that offer presentations, as well as clinicians who can provide assessments, support and referrals.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
Consider seeking support from a therapist or support group as well.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 12 Jan. 2026
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Barton Goldsmith, AJC.com, 15 Jan. 2026
AlAnon is a support group for family and friends of alcoholics/addicts.
—Ramona Sentinel, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
The nonprofit also facilitates support groups and other community outreach programs and has contracts with some school districts that offer presentations, as well as clinicians who can provide assessments, support and referrals.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
Consider seeking support from a therapist or support group as well.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 12 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for support group
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“Support group.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/support%20group. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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