moral support
noun
: the act of helping someone by giving love, encouragement, etc.
She counted on her sisters for moral support.
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The Iranians’ fight deserves our full moral support at all levels— from our government officials to everyday Americans.
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Agustina Vergara Cid, Oc Register, 23 Jan. 2026
Expressing moral support for protesters was the right thing to do.
—Karim Sadjadpour, The Atlantic, 16 Jan. 2026
The academic rigors of the Ivy League and basketball became a high-wire juggling act requiring time management and moral support.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
Will's beloved chihuahua Betty (Bluebell) is also on hand to offer moral support and fabulous fashion moments.
—Sabienna Bowman, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
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Agustina Vergara Cid, Oc Register, 23 Jan. 2026
Expressing moral support for protesters was the right thing to do.
—Karim Sadjadpour, The Atlantic, 16 Jan. 2026
The academic rigors of the Ivy League and basketball became a high-wire juggling act requiring time management and moral support.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
Will's beloved chihuahua Betty (Bluebell) is also on hand to offer moral support and fabulous fashion moments.
—Sabienna Bowman, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for moral support
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“Moral support.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moral%20support. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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