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unhoused

[uhn-hohzd] / ʌnˈhoʊzd /
ADJECTIVE
without permanent shelter
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In Congress, she was an advocate for the Unhoused Persons Bill of Rights, which would establish the right to “decent, affordable and accessible housing, livable wages, and universal health care” among other protections.

From Salon • Nov. 7, 2025

Unhoused residents have moved into motels, only to learn they are not permitted to have guests in their rooms, making them feel isolated and alone, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2023

Unhoused people living in San Francisco are 16 times more likely to die suddenly than their fellow residents who are housed, according to a new study led by researchers from UC San Francisco.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2023

Unhoused people accounted for about 40% of the 425 heat-associated deaths tallied last year in Maricopa County, home to Phoenix, during its hottest summer on record.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 27, 2023

Soon as the Spring appeared, Svend of the Forked Beard High his red standard reared, Eager for battle; While every warlike Dane, Seizing his arms again, Left all unsown the grain, Unhoused the cattle.

From Tales of a Wayside Inn by Longfellow, Henry Wadsworth




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