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welfare

[wel-fair] / ˈwɛlˌfɛər /


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But many of Europe's governments are indebted, cash-strapped and faced with numerous, competing priorities - such as how to maintain welfare and boost defence spending to the levels promised to US President Donald Trump.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

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

Researchers found that families often avoid telling school officials that they’re experiencing homelessness due to stigma and fears of child welfare or immigration enforcement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 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

The welfare office was in a brick building with wire covering the windows.

From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago