wel
fare
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efforts, policies, or procedures designed to promote the basic well-being of people, often by providing services or protections
- The government invested in welfare programs for disadvantaged communities.
- Social welfare includes housing, education, and healthcare services.
- Child welfare programs protect at-risk children.
- Welfare initiatives aim to reduce poverty and inequality.
- The city council implemented welfare measures during the pandemic.
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the state of being healthy, happy, and prosperous
- The school is concerned with the welfare of its students.
- They don't care about the welfare of their families.
- Public policies should aim to improve citizens' welfare.
- Economic growth does not always guarantee individual welfare.
- Mental health is a key aspect of overall welfare.
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a financial aid provided by the government for people who are sick, unemployed, etc.
- The government increased welfare benefits to support families during the economic downturn.
- She relied on welfare assistance while she was looking for a new job.
- Welfare programs are designed to help vulnerable populations meet basic needs.
- Critics argue that welfare should be reformed to encourage employment.
- He applied for welfare after his injury prevented him from working.
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