dependents

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The Social Security Disability Insurance program, on the other hand, is a federal, payroll-tax-funded insurance program that provides cash benefits to disabled workers and their eligible dependents.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

Close to 2,000 Filipino workers and their dependents were flown back to Manila as of 23 March, according to the government.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

The union was asking the district to cover all medical premiums for members and their dependents “or the lion’s share of it,” a spokesperson said Monday.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026

Disability insurance still matters if you’re working, life insurance may need adjusting based on your dependents and estate goals, it adds, and an umbrella policy can help shield your assets from major claims.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 5, 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