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assistive

British  
/ əˈsɪstɪv /

adjective

  1. providing a means of reducing a physical impairment

    an assistive device such as a hearing aid

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Exceptions to the moratorium could be made for assistive technology usage for students with disabilities and for career-readiness programs like computer science.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 2, 2026

Hearing aids and other assistive technologies are often recommended to improve communication.

From Science Daily Jun. 10, 2026

Expanding inclusive infrastructure and assistive technologies would require significant investment, though advocates says that stronger commitment and enforcement of existing laws are just as critical as funding.

From BBC Apr. 16, 2026

The money comes out tax-free when spent on qualifying needs, such as housing, groceries, healthcare, assistive technology, personal support services, legal fees, wellness programs or education.

From MarketWatch Jan. 15, 2026

As newer assistive listening devices develop, be sure to receive training on them.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin

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