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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These celebs carried in coordinated looks, bringing moral support, affection, and love to the annual fashion event, reminding us that connection is just as important as creativity. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 5 May 2026 Burton, 43, shares that Morgan, whom she’s been married to since 2019, offers her moral support during production. Yamillah Hurtado, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026 Such protesters deserve our moral support. Elan Journo, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026 The cinematographer is Moder, and Roberts came to show moral support to the buzzy film. Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 25 Jan. 2026 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 13 May. 2026.

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