any formal system or method of providing support or assistance
appropriate support mechanisms to aid small businesses
The support mechanisms for trainee teachers are impressive.
McDonnell called for more support mechanisms for those affected by chronic debt.
Examples of 'support mechanism' in a sentence
support mechanism
Around him, a safety net unfurled, a support mechanism to guide and heal.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The support mechanism for offshore wind will go on the bill.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The price is a support mechanism intended to boost the competitiveness of lowcarbon nuclear power stations against more polluting coal and gas stations.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
But the support mechanism around him [have to make sure] he is centric to everything.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
They are also our planet's life-support mechanism, for nothing in the world is as good at turning carbon dioxide into oxygen.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
The support mechanisms of student counsellors are much better than in my day.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
There would be favours granted and face-saving support mechanisms.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Something has broken in some people's central self-support mechanisms.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Maybe it's changing, but the support mechanisms are so often not there.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
The key is that those offering support establish a sense of continuity, and that the support mechanisms remain constant.