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welfare

[wel-fair] / ˈwɛlˌfɛər /


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The programme, announced in January nationally, replaces previous schemes such as Discretionary Housing Payments and builds on existing local welfare support.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Investors hoped the company would appeal to environmentally-conscious and vegetarian-curious consumers — or with anyone concerned about the meat industry and animal welfare — and take off in a fashion similar to plant-based milk.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 12, 2026

The form states the U.S. will attempt to conduct a welfare check after they arrive in Afghanistan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Chorpita said the grant will be split into three parts: the psychology department, which will oversee the new minor; the school of social welfare; and child-focused fellowships in the psychiatry and behavioral sciences department.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“Tomorrow,” Mami said, “you’re not going to school. I need you to come with me to the welfare office.”

From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago




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