financial aid
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of financial aid
First recorded in 1770–80, for an earlier sense
Example Sentences
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In return, analysts say North Korea is receiving financial aid, military technology, food and energy, helping it circumvent sanctions over its banned nuclear programmes.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
The domains were a mystery to Ramani, but she was elated, especially when the school offered significant financial aid.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
After graduating high school, B.B. got into nursing school but couldn’t attend because she didn’t qualify for financial aid.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026
Trade-school applicants will find more relief after July 1, when Pell grants—the largest source of federal financial aid for low-income students—become available for some short-term career and technical training courses.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
“I couldn’t get any financial aid either,” Mark went on.
From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell
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