support system
noun
: a network of people who provide an individual with practical or emotional support
Examples of support system in a Sentence
students who have good support systems at home
Recent Examples on the Web
Plus, a good match protects the brand, enhances support systems and builds lasting equity for all involved.
—
Don Tarinelli, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Leanne has a large support system behind her during the big life transition, including her sister Carol (Kristen Johnston) and their parents, Mama Margaret (Celia Weston) and Daddy John (Blake Clark), as well as her two children, Tyler (Graham Rogers) and Josie (Hannah Pilkes).
—Francesca Gariano, People.com, 31 July 2025
In a news conference about the ratings last week, Superintendent Matias Segura said the district has started work to improve student outcomes by giving staff members raises, hiring instructional coaches and implementing tiered education support systems for students who are struggling.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
For Cromwell and Keith, Fisher House has created a support system.
—Katherine Weaver, Chicago Tribune, 29 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for support system
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Don Tarinelli, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Leanne has a large support system behind her during the big life transition, including her sister Carol (Kristen Johnston) and their parents, Mama Margaret (Celia Weston) and Daddy John (Blake Clark), as well as her two children, Tyler (Graham Rogers) and Josie (Hannah Pilkes).
—Francesca Gariano, People.com, 31 July 2025
In a news conference about the ratings last week, Superintendent Matias Segura said the district has started work to improve student outcomes by giving staff members raises, hiring instructional coaches and implementing tiered education support systems for students who are struggling.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
For Cromwell and Keith, Fisher House has created a support system.
—Katherine Weaver, Chicago Tribune, 29 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for support system
Cite this Entry
“Support system.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/support%20system. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share