on welfare

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Receiving financial aid from the government due to unemployment or need.

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Examples (10)

  • The number of families on welfare has decreased this year.
  • Many people find it difficult to survive on welfare alone.
  • After losing his job, he was forced to go on welfare.
  • She has been on welfare for several years, trying to find stable employment.
  • The government aims to reduce the number of people on welfare.
  • Living on welfare can be a challenging experience for many individuals.
  • The debate over who should be eligible to be on welfare continues.
  • His family had to rely on welfare during difficult times.
  • Some argue that being on welfare can lead to dependency.
  • She hopes to find work soon so she doesn't have to remain on welfare.