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welfare

[wel-fair] / ˈwɛlˌfɛər /


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“Companies’ demonstrated regard for public welfare can also benefit their reputation.”

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Matt Rossell, a member of the Animal Legal Defense Fund, an animal welfare group, took the microphone and mentioned a recent incident at the Orange County Fair when a bucking bull suffered a fatal injury.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

"How do we manage a species that is now threatened by its own abundance, and do so in a way that protects both animal welfare and long-term ecosystem health?"

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

During his seven-day visit, Pope Leo will meet victims who experienced sexual abuse within the Catholic Church, as well as groups that look after the welfare of migrants.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

“Geraldine said her daughter thought she saw you come into the welfare office where she works. That was you, wasn’t it?”

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas




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