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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Taking a language class, exploring programs at your local community center, joining volunteer groups or support groups, or simply making time for coffee with a friend each week can help support cognitive health as you age, Gray says.
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Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026
Include references to support groups, such as the Samaritans.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Turning online communities into real-life support groups Some online communities are becoming real-life support groups.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026
Both are treated at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare with physical therapy and attend a monthly support group there that’s open to all in the community.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
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Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026
Include references to support groups, such as the Samaritans.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Turning online communities into real-life support groups Some online communities are becoming real-life support groups.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026
Both are treated at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare with physical therapy and attend a monthly support group there that’s open to all in the community.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 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 Mar. 2026.
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