social service
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of social service
First recorded in 1850–55
Example Sentences
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Social service agencies, local officials, representatives from the Mexican Consulate and others have been on-site making services available for the group.
From Washington Post • Jan. 26, 2023
Social service groups connected with the population at that point, helping to foster trust with those who were often difficult to engage.
From New York Times • Nov. 30, 2022
"This room is rented out for £1,200 a week. Social service rates pay a little over half of that," said Ms French.
From BBC • Nov. 26, 2022
Social service organizations and nonprofits are scrambling to keep up with increased demand while juggling their own health concerns and reduced staffs.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 25, 2020
Social service must be fitted to the new need.
From Society Its Origin and Development by Rowe, Henry Kalloch
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