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welfare

[wel-fair] / ˈwɛlˌfɛər /


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He claimed Thursday that his party will soon unveil a raft of welfare reforms to cut spending on other programs to free up resources for the old-age payout.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

The Scottish government has some tax and welfare powers that it can use to help ease the burden but the UK government has far greater financial clout.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

But animal welfare groups say the pachyderms are not better off in their new home, citing concerns about their physical and mental health.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Some states, for instance, order doctors to “make every reasonable effort to promote the welfare, autonomy and best interests of” their patient.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

The fisheries of fresh and salt water are a resource of great importance, involving the interests and the welfare of a very large number of people.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson