disaster relief

noun

: money to help rebuild an area after a disaster
The state is asking for federal disaster relief.

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Cadogan’s observation—that more people are asking strangers to help pay for staples—marks a sobering turn for a platform historically associated with medical bills, disaster relief, and community projects. Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2025 Being on-site within a day to counter aggression or provide disaster relief isn't good enough. David Szondy october 13, New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2025 As negotiations continue to stall, Johnson’s warning about a possible record-setting shutdown signals heightened uncertainty for government operations, health insurance, disaster relief and more. Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025 The two forces also curated a range of initiatives spanning education, disaster relief and cultural empowerment. Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 8 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for disaster relief

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“Disaster relief.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disaster%20relief. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.

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