dependents

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For many workers — such as single-earners, people whose jobs are not stable or those who support dependents — the standard emergency fund should cover six months of basic expenses, financial planners told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

“I’ve noticed an odd trend of single women with no dependents buying life insurance — it’s often a total scam,” she says.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

Unified officials said the district pays 100% of healthcare monthly premiums for all workers and their dependents if a worker qualifies for healthcare by working a minimum number of hours.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

"We don't have children, a house or any dependents or commitments," said Sarah.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

“Yeah, Dad, the Marine Corps spares no expense on those I.D. photographs. It must cost them at least a nickel for every million dependents they take pictures of,” Ben said.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy