well-off

Example Sentences

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A government press release said the strategy would aim to address an "over-representation of people from more well-off backgrounds" in the civil service.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

One approach would be to accept today’s dynamic market forces as immutable—and then tax the well-off more aggressively to spread prosperity more broadly.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

At a time when the affordability crisis is hitting even well-off Americans, baby boomers are one cohort that is shrugging off the increased cost of living.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Both were left well-off when their father died unexpectedly.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

Most of the other students came from well-off Massachusetts families, spared worries over rent or food.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead