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financial insecurity

American

[fi-nan-shuhl in-si-kyoor-i-tee, fahy-] / fɪˈnæn ʃəl ˌɪn sɪˈkjʊər ɪ ti, faɪ- /

noun

the condition of not consistently having, or not being likely to continue having in the future, enough money to support oneself and one's dependents.

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The study suggests that chronic stress, financial insecurity, and higher rates of cardiovascular risk factors may be reducing some of the cognitive advantages typically associated with education.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 14, 2026

Chinese consumers save heavily due to financial insecurity, limiting consumption despite government stimulus efforts.

From Barron's ● Apr. 27, 2026

It’s one of the most difficult things to do in life: Live in the moment, enjoy the day, especially when you are dealing with so much financial insecurity and wondering what lies ahead.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 9, 2026

Age UK London said financial insecurity was leaving some older Londoners in a constant state of anxiety.

From BBC ● May 27, 2025

Physical and financial insecurity, the threat of war, the aggressive patterns of a competitive society, the unresolved Oedipus-situation rooted in the old-style family relationship.

From This Crowded Earth by Robert Bloch

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