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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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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

The financial security was a major factor for Jessie and Joe in their decision.

From BBC Aug. 8, 2026

But at the national level, there’s no paid family leave or other policy to help workers who are also caregivers manage their responsibilities while remaining employed and maintaining their financial security.

From MarketWatch Jul. 7, 2026

Survey respondents said the dream's key elements were personal freedom, financial security and homeownership, and success and upward mobility.

From Barron's Jul. 1, 2026

Although his need for financial security may have been a factor in the marriage, everything went well at first, with Kepler now on full salary and enjoying a happy home life.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin

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