beneficiary
Pronunciation: [ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃiˌɛri]
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Learn how to use beneficiary in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.
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Sarah was named the beneficiary of her grandmother's estate, which made her very happy.
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John was not the beneficiary of his uncle's will, so he did not receive any money.
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Who is the beneficiary of this life insurance policy?
How to pronounce beneficiary
Pronunciation: [ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃiˌɛri]
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Context: “social services”
(noun) a person who receives help or benefits from a program or service, especially from social programs like government assistance. If someone gets food stamps to help buy groceries, they are a beneficiary of that program.
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Many families are beneficiaries of the community food program that provides free meals.
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Not everyone is a beneficiary of the charity; some families still struggle without help.
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How many beneficiaries are currently enrolled in the assistance program?