as in welfare
the state of doing well especially in relation to one's happiness or success
we're only doing this for your own well-being
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Recent Examples of well-being
Recent research shows that more than half of American travelers are prioritizing vacations designed to enhance their lifespan and well-being.
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Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Dec. 2024
Clear expectations are collaboratively set, aligned with the team’s bigger goals, regularly discussed, and considered alongside workload and well-being.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
The data collected help researchers and agencies assess the long-term health and well-being of bird populations across the U.S.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
School districts across 19 states claim tech companies like Meta, Google, TikTok and Snap do not implement features like age verification or session timeouts which can detrimentally affect the well-being of children.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Dec. 2024
Clear expectations are collaboratively set, aligned with the team’s bigger goals, regularly discussed, and considered alongside workload and well-being.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
The data collected help researchers and agencies assess the long-term health and well-being of bird populations across the U.S.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
School districts across 19 states claim tech companies like Meta, Google, TikTok and Snap do not implement features like age verification or session timeouts which can detrimentally affect the well-being of children.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-being
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Most of us do not think much about their inner lives, and our laws do not usually consider their welfare.Shayla Love, The New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2025
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Jennifer and Brandon Sheffield were found dead by gunshot wounds in an apparent murder-suicide during a welfare check by police at a residence on Toulon Street in Brandon at around 7:19 a.m.Escher Walcott, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
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The sanctions will see all U.S. property and interests in property of the offenders blocked, with sanctions also possible against financial institutions and other persons dealing with the sanctioned individuals.Emma Woollacott, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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While companies have long struggled to wring value out of their data initiatives, something big has changed in the last two years: Generative AI has spurred greater interest and investment in data quality and broader data capabilities.Randy Bean, Harvard Business Review, 2 Jan. 2025
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Exposure to certain types of PFAS has been linked to health problems including cancer, birth defects, liver damage and immune system disorders.Alejandra Martinez, Austin American-Statesman, 30 Dec. 2024
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Nearly 4 million Americans are allergic to tree nuts, according to Food Allergy Research & Education, a health advocacy group.Kate Gibson, CBS News, 30 Dec. 2024
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Across cultures, food rituals carry powerful symbolism, from wealth and progress to health and happiness.Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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Eventually, your bitterness about prioritizing other people will bubble over, tarnishing your relationships and happiness.Angela Haupt, TIME, 1 Jan. 2025
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The debate divides the town forcing the two to come to an agreement for the sake of the community.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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For the sake of the fans (and media) stressing out and losing sleep over this, the Titans might as well make a decision quick.Nick Suss, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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Her fanbase, known as the Angels, became a pivotal part of the campaign’s success.Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 30 Dec. 2024
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By many accounts, the evacuation of Unicoi County Hospital was considered a stunning success.Lauren Sausser and Holly K. Hacker, The Tennessean, 30 Dec. 2024
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“Well-being.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-being. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.
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