support system
noun
: a network of people who provide an individual with practical or emotional support
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students who have good support systems at home
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These kicks have an innovative support system that molds with your foot’s natural motion while maintaining a stable ride.
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2025
The test also demonstrated that the facility, support systems, and training procedures are ready for the next phase of Artemis preparation.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 28 Nov. 2025
For Bozok, Kiss and Evans, sharing their transplant experience online has given them each a community and a support system — regardless of whether their surgery worked or not.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 27 Nov. 2025
This accent chair from Martha Stewart has a spring and elastic webbing support system built into the seat, as well as a plush cushion and included back support pillow that make for the ultimate lounging chair.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Nov. 2025
The test also demonstrated that the facility, support systems, and training procedures are ready for the next phase of Artemis preparation.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 28 Nov. 2025
For Bozok, Kiss and Evans, sharing their transplant experience online has given them each a community and a support system — regardless of whether their surgery worked or not.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 27 Nov. 2025
This accent chair from Martha Stewart has a spring and elastic webbing support system built into the seat, as well as a plush cushion and included back support pillow that make for the ultimate lounging chair.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for support system
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“Support system.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/support%20system. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.
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