homelessness

Example Sentences

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Two years ago, the Scottish Parliament declared a national housing emergency over severe shortage in social homes, an increase in homelessness and rising property costs.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

When we met at a Starbucks a block away from City Hall, he rattled off his hometown’s bona fides: A drop in crime and homelessness.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

“We’re trying to end homelessness, not have people recycle back to homelessness,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Almost 76% of the county’s students experiencing homelessness were Latino in the 2023-24 school year, compared to 72% statewide.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

She knew the feeling of being faced with homelessness.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack