support system
Americannoun
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support systems
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Among the wide receivers, senior Mikey Matthews, an Irvine native, has served as Ellis’ direct guide and support system.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
At the time, scientists believed the structure mainly served as a passive internal support system.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 15, 2026
“When loneliness hits them and the lack of a social support system, they start resenting the locals and perhaps even avoid meeting them and isolate themselves.”
From Salon ● Jul. 11, 2026
“People are having co-founder struggles, equity disputes” and need a support system, he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 5, 2026
Father moved wife’s entire family from China to California to form support system.
From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña
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