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Synonyms

support system

American  

noun

  1. people who provide support.

    a family support system to help a troubled youth.


Example Sentences

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"I'm telling this story because I don't want this to happen to anyone else that might not have the support system, that might not be strong, that might not have the strength."

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

A second family — a prominent Orange County one — stepped forward to open its doors to Mpoyi and form a stateside support system.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

The association also said that they aim to "strengthen a sustainable support system that allows the players to perform at their best while taking pride in wearing the national colours".

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

In the 1960s, the aptly named conservator Ottorino Nonfarmale—“do no harm”—successfully transferred the painting from its fragile wood panel to a stable support system.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

Father moved wife’s entire family from China to California to form support system.

From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña