the poor

noun

: poor people
He gave money to the poor.

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According to local reports, the program faced pushback from hotel and motel owners tasked with housing the participants and was criticized for the poor living conditions faced by those being sheltered. Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 14 Jan. 2025 More news: Chris Curtis Reacts to Last-Second TKO Loss at UFC Vegas 101: 'Frustrated and Heartbroken' On top of the fires potentially spreading more, there is also the poor air quality that can be a major cause for concern. Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025 The finalists must rely solely on their instincts, making the endgame that much harder for the poor Faithfuls this season. Nick Caruso, TVLine, 9 Jan. 2025 However, no one has the right to force others to help the poor obtain health care. Brian P Simpson, Orange County Register, 7 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for the poor 

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“The poor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20poor. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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