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family support

British  

noun

  1. a means-tested allowance for families in need

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The spokesperson said the government was introducing Neighbourhood Health Services in communities, which would "work in partnership with family hubs, schools, nurseries and colleges to offer timely support to children, young people and their families".

From BBC • Oct. 17, 2025

This creates barriers for people seeking timely support.

From Salon • May 27, 2023

The Australia backs looked dangerous at times but moves often broke down because of handling errors or for the lack of timely support.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 14, 2022

Richardson has pledged to improve communications and to see that staff provides correction information and timely support to local school officials.

From Washington Times • Nov. 1, 2017

In the meantime the middle-aged gentleman turned to Anstice with a word of gratitude for his timely support.

From Afterwards by Rhodes, Kathlyn

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