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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In a twist, it's revealed that Dolores (Allegra Fulton), the older woman who had previously bonded with Abby during a support group, is responsible for the kidnappings.
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Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Oct. 2025
The group explained how their hardworking committee became more like its own support group over time.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Ask about counseling, support groups, or community programs.
—Conviva Senior Primary Care, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2025
The organization has an online support group for patients, survivors, and caregivers.
—Korin Miller, Flow Space, 20 Oct. 2025
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Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Oct. 2025
The group explained how their hardworking committee became more like its own support group over time.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Ask about counseling, support groups, or community programs.
—Conviva Senior Primary Care, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2025
The organization has an online support group for patients, survivors, and caregivers.
—Korin Miller, Flow Space, 20 Oct. 2025
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 24 Oct. 2025.
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