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Synonyms

moral support

Idioms  

  1. Emotional or psychological backing, as opposed to material help. For example, There's not much I can do at the doctor's office, but I'll come with you to give you moral support. [Late 1800s]

Example Sentences

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You’ve given your children a lot during your lifetime: love, moral support, housing, education and business opportunities.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 6, 2026

She added that the Angels must also compensate the family for “loss of companionship, solace, moral support and financial security.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 15, 2025

"The messages are meant as moral support for our people, to let them know that the resistance is alive," says James.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2025

They frequently travel together and she has attended the Manhattan hush money trial as moral support.

From Salon • May 17, 2024

She called one friend after another, but none of them had seen the news story the night before either, and they could offer only moral support, not enlightenment.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng

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