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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Rosenthal says a support system, like an organizing buddy, can be an invaluable resource.
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Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
Leaning into my support system, my family, the people who got me here.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 26 Dec. 2025
The volunteers of Friends of San Pasqual Academy are a key part of this support system.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Dec. 2025
An industry source adds that Lively’s support system could also play a role in shaping public perception going forward.
—Elizabeth Rosner, PEOPLE, 23 Dec. 2025
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Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
Leaning into my support system, my family, the people who got me here.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 26 Dec. 2025
The volunteers of Friends of San Pasqual Academy are a key part of this support system.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Dec. 2025
An industry source adds that Lively’s support system could also play a role in shaping public perception going forward.
—Elizabeth Rosner, PEOPLE, 23 Dec. 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 30 Dec. 2025.
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