homelessness

Example Sentences

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Since 2020 homelessness has increased while employment has declined.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Tamura, who lives in Santa Monica, identifies as a Democrat and plans to vote this year, naming homelessness and the high cost of living as her two key policy concerns.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

While the dispute is centered in one neighborhood, similar battles are likely to play out elsewhere as nonprofit groups seek to expand services to treat mental health issues, addiction and homelessness.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Gilhooly volunteers at a center that supports people struggling with addiction and homelessness, in a central Toronto area that has for decades been home to waves of immigrant groups.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

The obvious solution to my homelessness concerned me only briefly.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou