as in welfare
the state of doing well especially in relation to one's happiness or success
the belief that somehow it is the nation's president who is responsible for the weal or woe of the people
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Recent Examples of weal
Some people develop pin-sized, raised bumps (weals) when sweating—this condition is called cholinergic urticaria.
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Jennifer Sabour, Health, 10 May 2024
Today’s Rwanda is based on the deceptively simple premise that common work makes common weal.
—Jonathan M. Hansen, TIME, 7 Apr. 2024
Evince an old-fashioned interest in the public weal?
—Peggy Noonan, WSJ, 1 Dec. 2022
These and scores of other crimes against the public weal are carelessly grouped under this or that vague heading—libertarian prerogative, consumer sovereignty, anti-wokism, what have you—and enshrined as yet another instance of the way things have to be.
—Chris Lehmann, The New Republic, 30 Sep. 2021
Of course, the value (and advisability) of such a potent check depends on the quality of the state actors involved, and in the United States, agency officials are highly trained, relatively diverse, and demonstrably devoted to the public weal.
—Jon D. Michaels, Foreign Affairs, 15 Aug. 2017
Jennifer Sabour, Health, 10 May 2024
Today’s Rwanda is based on the deceptively simple premise that common work makes common weal.
—Jonathan M. Hansen, TIME, 7 Apr. 2024
Evince an old-fashioned interest in the public weal?
—Peggy Noonan, WSJ, 1 Dec. 2022
These and scores of other crimes against the public weal are carelessly grouped under this or that vague heading—libertarian prerogative, consumer sovereignty, anti-wokism, what have you—and enshrined as yet another instance of the way things have to be.
—Chris Lehmann, The New Republic, 30 Sep. 2021
Of course, the value (and advisability) of such a potent check depends on the quality of the state actors involved, and in the United States, agency officials are highly trained, relatively diverse, and demonstrably devoted to the public weal.
—Jon D. Michaels, Foreign Affairs, 15 Aug. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weal
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Noting the billions of dollars that Arkansas spends each year on federal programs to help the poor, including Medicaid, food stamps, child welfare and unemployment assistance, Sanders suggested the problems are often too big for a single program to fix.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Oct. 2025
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Although fur farms are banned in many countries, millions of animals are killed every year for their pelts, which are used in clothing, according to animal welfare charity Humane Society International.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
6 Oct. 2025
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Partly as a result, 84% of AbbVie employees in Europe say managers show a sincere interest in their wellbeing and success, compared with just 51% of employees at typical companies in Europe, according to surveys from Great Place To Work.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
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Edgar seems to take interest in Godolkin as another potential collaborator, noting the doctor’s research might not just be able to stop Cipher, but Homelander, with Marie equally eager to connect with Godolkin if alive to find out.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Oct. 2025
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Inside, behind glass cases, are cannoli made from a family recipe, Cangialosi said, along with other baked goods, such as specialty cakes, cream puffs, cupcakes and macarons.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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In response, Trump on Friday announced a 100% tariff on Chinese goods, on top of existing levies on Chinese products.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
13 Oct. 2025
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Meaningful work Having a sense of purpose and believing in your work is a key component to workplace happiness.—
William Vanderbloemen,
CNBC,
13 Oct. 2025
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The Murdaughs' facade of prosperity, love and happiness all starts to crumble after Paul crashes that boat.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
13 Oct. 2025
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Developing the wellness sector is part of the kingdom’s Quality of Life program, launched in 2018 to improve mental health access, workplace well-being, and recreational opportunities.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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My stance is that our policies should provide adequate, respectful facilities for all students, balancing legal requirements with the responsibility to protect student well-being and dignity.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
13 Oct. 2025
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The McMaster team’s broader research highlights how integrating biosensors, wearables, and AI could revolutionize diagnostics for women’s health — from reproductive conditions to cancer and osteoporosis.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Oct. 2025
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Throughout the Knife Edge series, more than one chef actually abandons the Michelin race before the awards are announced, recognizing the unsustainable toll on their families, health, and even the restaurant’s bottom line.—
Laurie Woolever,
Rolling Stone,
11 Oct. 2025
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Following the success, Google may be planning to integrate the image model into some of its other apps and services.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
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Having spent large chunks of the past year digging out from under an avalanche of derision, Stevenson has also tasted the spoils of success with the Bears, a two-time NFC Defensive Player of the Week honoree who, in the past two games, has shown flashes of what his best football looks like.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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For your daughter's sake and your own, end the engagement.—
Mark Mondier,
Arkansas Online,
12 Oct. 2025
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Turner is experienced, and a change could be helpful just for the sake of change.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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“Weal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weal. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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