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assistance

[uh-sis-tuhns] / əˈsɪs təns /


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“That is when somebody should seek assistance with a financial adviser,” he says.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

Even a glance at Shy’tyra Burton’s life reveals her need for the sort of federal government assistance that helps disabled Americans stay in their homes.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026

The Philippines government has declared a state of emergency and has rolled out some targeted assistance, such as eliminating tolls for trucks carrying fresh produce and introducing fuel subsidies for transport workers, farmers and fishermen.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Bode explained that she had been unable to locate her virtual boarding pass for her connecting flight, so she approached the crew at the gate for assistance.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

In the years that followed, Elena—now Mrs. Richardson—had continued to offer her assistance.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng




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