foreign aid

NOUN

aid given by one nation to another

Synonyms

WEAK

economic assistance international aid military assistance overseas aid

Example Sentences

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The continued decline of foreign aid spending and sharp funding cuts to global health "have seriously affected delivery of immunisation services. This will likely reverse hard-earned progress," he added.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

The symbolic significance of an independent agency for foreign aid is powerful too.

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026

With Gaza's economy nearly paralyzed, education is expected to rely on foreign aid for the foreseeable future.

From Science Daily • Jan. 11, 2026

But President Prabowo Subianto has refused foreign aid, insisting the situation is "under control".

From BBC • Dec. 25, 2025

We dole out billions of dollars each year in foreign aid.

From "Feed" by M.T. Anderson