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the state of doing well especially in relation to one's happiness or success
the social worker was pleased at the improvement in the child's welfare
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Recent Examples of welfare
In May, the Union-Tribune disclosed dozens of additional cases filed by boys and girls temporarily residing at Polinsky, where they were placed after being removed from their homes by child-welfare workers.
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Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Sep. 2025
Amy Chesnut founded the company after experimenting with Pozzi Wool which is known for establishing standards by Joe Pozza for animal welfare, land stewardship, and responsible wool harvesting from family farms.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
This 2009 legal decision says greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane are warming the Earth and that warming presents a threat to public health and welfare.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 18 Sep. 2025
Troopers said the husband was taken into custody, and he was charged with criminal homicide and endangering the welfare of children, court records show.
—Mike Stunson, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
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Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Sep. 2025
Amy Chesnut founded the company after experimenting with Pozzi Wool which is known for establishing standards by Joe Pozza for animal welfare, land stewardship, and responsible wool harvesting from family farms.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
This 2009 legal decision says greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane are warming the Earth and that warming presents a threat to public health and welfare.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 18 Sep. 2025
Troopers said the husband was taken into custody, and he was charged with criminal homicide and endangering the welfare of children, court records show.
—Mike Stunson, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for welfare
Noun
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Just between the Suarez sisters’ past love interests, there is so much drama to explore.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
25 Sep. 2025
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Since then, the administration has, while declining to publicly state its position as regime change, signaled clear interest in removing Maduro from power.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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According to a new Purdue University study, there is a correlation between money, emotional well-being and life satisfaction.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
22 Sep. 2025
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Health looks different for every body, and the focus should be on overall well-being.—
Heidi Cope,
Health,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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According to Salus Research clinical trials, the toothbrush improves gum health and removes twice as much plaque compared to a manual brush.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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This vitamin supports immune health, promotes wound healing and helps the body absorb iron.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Nationally, the study found an ideal salary for happiness is between $105,000-95,000.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
22 Sep. 2025
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In turn, this can boost morale, retention, job satisfaction and happiness.—
Vicki Salemi,
Boston Herald,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The White House did introduce additional 25% tariffs on all Indian imports in response to New Delhi's continued purchases of Russian oil and military goods.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
22 Sep. 2025
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Expect an all-day vibe, with Herman’s Coffee in the mornings and a bottle shop-market with housemade goods like the banana ketchup available for purchase.—
Kate Kassin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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More than half prioritize sustainability and cultural immersion over partying for its own sake.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Elsewhere, there are more than a dozen sushi bar specials, six entrees (filet mignon, teriyaki) and kids’ meals, ice cream desserts, wine, beer and saki.—
George A. Paul,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Some people develop pin-sized, raised bumps (weals) when sweating—this condition is called cholinergic urticaria.—
Jennifer Sabour,
Health,
10 May 2024
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Today’s Rwanda is based on the deceptively simple premise that common work makes common weal.—
Jonathan M. Hansen,
TIME,
7 Apr. 2024
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Both presidents agree the timing is ideal to build franchises in a booming women’s soccer market, but ultimately, success comes down to winning, on the pitch and in the business.—
Asli Pelit,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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Fox also found success beyond cable.—
Heather Hunter,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Welfare.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welfare. Accessed 28 Sep. 2025.
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