underserved
adjective
un·der·served
ˌən-dər-ˈsərvd 
: provided with inadequate service
… they then went on to practice among patients who had been previously underserved.—
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Taylor leads Melanin in Motion, a nonprofit that helps communities of color, lower- and moderate-income, and other underserved groups better access outdoor activities.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Enrollment of students from underserved backgrounds grew this year, and the university has invested in more ways to support students at-risk of dropping out.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 25 Feb. 2026
By partnering with local health clinics, expanding home visit programs and leveraging telemedicine, health systems can extend their reach and bring essential care directly to isolated and underserved populations.
—Dr. Takisha Morancy, ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
DaVià has long been concerned about the impact of extreme weather events, especially on underserved populations.
—Liz Wegerer, IEEE Spectrum, 24 Feb. 2026
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Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Enrollment of students from underserved backgrounds grew this year, and the university has invested in more ways to support students at-risk of dropping out.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 25 Feb. 2026
By partnering with local health clinics, expanding home visit programs and leveraging telemedicine, health systems can extend their reach and bring essential care directly to isolated and underserved populations.
—Dr. Takisha Morancy, ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
DaVià has long been concerned about the impact of extreme weather events, especially on underserved populations.
—Liz Wegerer, IEEE Spectrum, 24 Feb. 2026
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“Underserved.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/underserved. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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