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support group

American  

noun

support groups plural
  1. a group of people who meet regularly to support or sustain each other by discussing problems affecting them in common, as alcoholism or bereavement.


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Etymology

Origin of support group

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

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Run by Hunts Community Cancer Network, the support group brings together men living with cancer - talking, playing darts and cards, and supporting each other in person and online.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026

The former Democrat is in a group chat that includes former attorney general Pam Bondi and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard—Kraus describes it as a women’s support group.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

“Making time to join a caregiver support group is essential for preserving your health and your sanity,” Smith added.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 11, 2026

But after he joined a grassroots support group offering emotional support and Thai lessons he returned to agricultural labour, and now dreams of opening a car repair shop.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

What starts out as hopeful scrolling quickly turns into defeat, and I sort of wish I could start a support group for all these people with their regrets and what-if fantasies.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera

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