Social Security Administration

American  

noun

U.S. Government.

1. a division of the Department of Health and Human Services, created in 1946, that administers federal Social Security programs. SSA

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Social Security Administration Cultural  

1. The American system for distributing old age and disability pensions from the federal government. Initiated through the Social Security Act of 1935, Social Security pensions are financed by contributions from workers and employers. Benefits are also available to the survivors of workers covered under Social Security.

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Example Sentences

The earliest you can claim is age 62, but the Social Security Administration permanently reduces your benefit for every month you claim prior to your full retirement age.

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After fighting this battle for years, the Social Security Administration suddenly reversed their stance and now say I’ve been receiving the bonus all along!

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The Social Security Administration’s customer service has been a major focal point this year.

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Your husband’s ex-wife may also be able to claim spousal benefits as an ex-spouse on his record, but again, that will depend on what she is eligible to receive from the Social Security Administration.

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Survivor benefits for spouses and ex-spouses begin at 71.5% of the deceased’s benefit and increase the longer one waits, according to the Social Security Administration.

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