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welfare

[wel-fair] / ˈwɛlˌfɛər /


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But how Mr. Farage thinks this could translate into a political coalition in favor of broad welfare reforms is a mystery.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

But animal welfare groups say the pachyderms are not better off in their new home, citing concerns about their physical and mental health.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Some states, for instance, order doctors to “make every reasonable effort to promote the welfare, autonomy and best interests of” their patient.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

In 2019, the then government said that their welfare changes had cut the number of workless households by one million since 2010.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

They learned about the rights of welfare recipients, about housing codes, about how to prod the city council and various governmental agencies.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson