food bank
Americannoun
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Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of food bank
First recorded in 1915–20
Example Sentences
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Among those helping out at the church is Cathy Grey, 46, who came to its food bank when her debt became "too much".
From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026
One Dallas food bank says demand for food assistance has surpassed what was seen during the financial crisis and the pandemic, a Federal Reserve survey has found.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 16, 2026
Getzy Markowitz, a rabbi who works in the area, said the shooting took place in a community with multiple Jewish institutions, including educational centers and a food bank.
From Barron's ● Jun. 22, 2026
The food bank is incredibly appreciative, and it makes us feel like we’re making a difference in the lives of people we’ll likely never meet.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 20, 2026
She left a note telling me she was going to spend the day reorganizing the food bank.
From "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Saenz
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