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homeless

[hohm-lis] / ˈhoʊm lɪs /


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Most single adults who become homeless each year are homeless under acute circumstances, meaning they are potentially reversible with timely assistance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

For instance, 45% of newly homeless single adults are actually employed, but don’t have sufficient income or savings to get into an apartment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Despite its shortcomings, the second approach—directing additional income into homeless households—has proved to be remarkably successful when it comes to helping families and veterans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

It has made specialized homeless care teams available to all veterans on the campus, provided case management to help veterans obtain housing subsidies and increased safety measures, the email said, but provided no further detail.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

“It’s the homeless man from outside Uncle Jack’s townhouse,” I whisper.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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