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assistance

[uh-sis-tuhns] / əˈsɪs təns /


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He said that despite the "clear jurisdictional limitations," the force's actions "reflected our recognition of the exceptional circumstances of the case and our commitment to providing whatever support and assistance was realistically available."

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

If you also expect to leave money to your children in a will or trust, you might want to explain to them that your assistance now will reduce their inheritance later.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 31, 2026

Despite these conditions, the individual survived to an advanced age, suggesting that other members of the community provided assistance and care.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 31, 2026

I told the Lucas Museum and Studio-MLA about the experts’ critiques and offers of assistance.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

She called the welfare department to have the family’s public assistance cut off, and then reported the violation to the Housing Authority, starting the eviction process.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson


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