dole
simple noun10 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.0
on the dole9.0
Currently receiving unemployment benefits.
off the dole7.0
No longer receiving unemployment benefits, usually because of finding a job.
To register as unemployed to receive benefits.
To begin living on unemployment benefits.
claim dole6.5
To officially apply for unemployment benefits.
get the dole6.0
To receive unemployment benefits.
To receive money from the government while unemployed.
dole queue8.0
A line of people waiting to claim unemployment benefits; used metaphorically for being unemployed.
dole office6.0
The government office where one claims unemployment benefits.
dole money5.0
The money received as unemployment benefits.