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homelessness

[hohm-lis-nis] / ˈhoʊm lɪs nɪs /
NOUN
vagrancy
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Gilhooly volunteers at a center that supports people struggling with addiction and homelessness, in a central Toronto area that has for decades been home to waves of immigrant groups.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

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

Miller, who described himself as a lifelong Democrat, pointed out that Raman runs the powerful five-member council committee on housing and homelessness.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority said its annual count showed total homelessness, including people in shelters, in L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

All that money that could help other species or other conservation efforts or tackle human problems such as homelessness or poverty—for one species?

From "Camp Panda" by Catherine Thimmesh




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