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welfare

[wel-fair] / ˈwɛlˌfɛər /


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Varley told the woman he had disclosed this as part of welfare checks involving his employer and social workers involved in the adoption of Preston.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Both animal welfare groups worked closely with the L.A. shelters to deal with the many animals lost or left behind during the 2025 Palisades fire.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

Emergency services went to a home in North Reddish in Stockport after a concern for welfare call at about 10:50 BST on Saturday.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Los Angeles police did not find their bodies until four days later, when officers were sent to the home for a welfare check.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

After the customary period of quarantine, they were permitted to leave the island, and Jewish welfare workers helped them settle in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn.

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok




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