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financial security

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

noun

  1. the condition of having, and being likely to continue having in the future, enough money to support oneself and one's dependents.


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Your generosity is admirable, but you also have a right to protect your own financial security.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 25, 2026

In other words, Saylor was promising financial security in the form of passive fixed income.

From Slate ● Sep. 20, 2026

Overall, Americans believe it is harder for them to enter the middle class and enjoy financial security than it was for their parents.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026

That said, you’ll be in an even stronger position if you know unexpected expenses — whether medical costs, long-term-care needs or other surprises — won’t derail your financial security.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 8, 2026

On the other hand, going pro would bring me the kind of financial security that amateur gymnastics could never give me.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles

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