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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 It was founded in 2006 by animal welfare advocate College Paige; the annual day focuses on celebrating pets while raising awareness about adopting animals from shelters. —
Jessica Moore, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026 The welfare implications have been profound. —Guy Vernet, STAT, 9 Apr. 2026 The farm, which is in the process of gaining its animal welfare license, provides animal therapy, community interest visits and educational farm services. —Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2026 On her campaign website, Ashby also notes her interests in building strong education programs, child care and welfare. —Chaewon Chung april 9, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for welfare
Jessica Moore, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026 The welfare implications have been profound. —Guy Vernet, STAT, 9 Apr. 2026 The farm, which is in the process of gaining its animal welfare license, provides animal therapy, community interest visits and educational farm services. —Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2026 On her campaign website, Ashby also notes her interests in building strong education programs, child care and welfare. —Chaewon Chung april 9, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for welfare
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India wants to diversify its sourcing away from China in these sectors, Malik said, adding that shipbuilding and automotive steel are further areas of interest to India.— Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2026
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Prior to her father's death in 1952, Princess Elizabeth lived a relatively quiet life, spending her teen years under the tutelage of her parents and fostering some of the interests that would become lifelong passions.— Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
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Proposals aimed at boosting Connecticut’s international profile have largely come out of the legislature’s Commerce Committee, which focuses on the state’s economic well-being.— P.R. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 17 Apr. 2026
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Non-economic damages are designed to compensate you for how the injury has personally affected your life, well-being, and happiness.— William Jones, Sacbee.com, 17 Apr. 2026
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He currently is listed as power of attorney for health and finances on her trust but that needs to stop.— R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
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As a result of this pressure, the piece notes that Kennedy’s threat led more than 30 hospitals and health systems to terminate or limit gender-affirming services for minors, demonstrating concrete harm even absent formal legal changes.— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
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Though her character finds romantic happiness with Will Schuester, her role grew smaller as the actress pursued opportunities on series like The Millers and The League.— James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Apr. 2026
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Another close-up shot reflected his happiness, as he could be seen smiling widely at the camera with palm trees behind him.— Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
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It’s found naturally in grains like wheat and barley and is also commonly added to other breads and many baked goods.— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026
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This year, why not step out of the industrial box and aim for greener, brighter goods.— Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
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But Pimlott also remarks that Elizabeth was not especially interested in clothes for their own sake.— Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
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With a little encouragement, and after a bit of sake, Isa Briones will pull out her party trick at karaoke.— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 17 Apr. 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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Though her political aspirations didn’t ultimately pan out, Ortega went on to find success in the entertainment industry by landing roles as early as 12, appearing on Jane the Virgin and Stuck in the Middle.— Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
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Continenza said success to him will mean continuing to improve finances and ensuring Kodak has a solid succession plan in place to continue its growth.— Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 11 Apr. 2026
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“Welfare.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/welfare. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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