as in interest
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
Thompson said the rescue efforts were days in the planning and involve the help of several animal welfare agencies.
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Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 May 2026
The case has also been referred to the Department of Child Protection Cabinet, which has launched an investigation into the children’s welfare.
—Nicole Acosta, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
In those hearings, Bryant pleaded no contest to welfare fraud related to receiving state support payments.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 1 May 2026
In person, he was also known as a passionate supporter of the Chicago acting community and its constituent charity supporting artists’ welfare, Season of Concern.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
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Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 May 2026
The case has also been referred to the Department of Child Protection Cabinet, which has launched an investigation into the children’s welfare.
—Nicole Acosta, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
In those hearings, Bryant pleaded no contest to welfare fraud related to receiving state support payments.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 1 May 2026
In person, he was also known as a passionate supporter of the Chicago acting community and its constituent charity supporting artists’ welfare, Season of Concern.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for welfare
Noun
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With average credit card APRs above 21% and personal loans closer to 12%, borrowers who qualify for lower personal loan rates could cut their interest costs nearly in half.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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As this country is constantly adapting to changing world geopolitical events, Congress and the president must rely on information from the administration to make informed decisions in the best national interest of the United States.—
Linh Tat,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
Noun
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Having something reliable that travels with me and supports my well-being has become an essential evening ritual.—
Jenny B. Fine,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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Family has been unable to locate her and is worried about her well-being, police said.—
Kendrick Calfee
May 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
Noun
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While everyone can be affected by smoke or ozone, the MPCA says those at higher risk of health complications include outdoor workers, older adults, children, those who are pregnant, and those who have heart or lung conditions.—
Forum News Service,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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California, Arizona, Texas and Georgia are also monitoring residents who were passengers, according to their respective health departments.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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McDonald didn’t bother hiding his happiness as KU’s defense stopped a pivotal fourth down late in the second quarter.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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It’s brought a lot of joy, happiness and success to my life.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2026
Noun
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When gas prices increase, that increases the cost of goods and some services because of the transportation costs, Anderson said.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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The price of goods like gasoline suggest we are not headed in the correct direction, our legislative branch lacks real leadership and fails to exert itself as the safeguard it is meant to be on the executive branch.—
Kevin Fixler
May 3,
Idaho Statesman,
3 May 2026
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As the practice continues to develop, attention remains on thoughtful growth rather than expansion for its own sake.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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On Wednesdays, the Wednesday Rendezvous is available and includes a three-course dinner for two with sake pairings for $129.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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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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This other cousin is now in her mid-70s and has always enjoyed a very luxurious life due to the business success of her father – my uncle – and our grandfather.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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Does that kind of discourse-friendly success override the fact that Euphoria is too young, too scummy, and too dumb to fit into the usual Emmy pattern?—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
2 May 2026
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“Welfare.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/welfare. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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