- plural of social service.
social services
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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"I'm overwhelmed right now with too many appointments going on," explained Hayley, who now works alongside social services with looked after children.
From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026
Other research has shown that inequality can increase poverty, reduce opportunities to move up the SES ladder, and limit access to education, employment, and social services.
From Science Daily • Jun. 14, 2026
California has seen job growth in sectors including healthcare and social services.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
She says the father was already caring for an older daughter, with no concerns from social services, and he had no history of using the drug.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
I refused to look directly at her when I replied, “I like them okay, but my mama did bad things, so social services had to take me away for my own good.”
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
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