- plural of social service.
social services
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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He started by contacting social services who then directed him to the Salvation Army — the Christian movement.
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026
Other research has shown that inequality can increase poverty, reduce opportunities to move up the SES ladder, and limit access to education, employment, and social services.
From Science Daily • Jun. 14, 2026
While rural regions appreciate having to pay less for social services for departed migrant workers, urban governments resist having to pay more.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
And experts in city law and social services say the policies he has advanced — including mandatory treatment and arrests — face huge legal, financial and practical hurdles.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
“I talked to social services today and told them I didn’t think your situation at home has improved, after all. I told them I thought maybe they’d made a mistake.”
From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor
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