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Destitution Metaphorically Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "POORHOUSE" which means:
- noun
- • An establishment maintained at public expense in order to provide housing for the poor and homeless
An example sentence would be:
- • "The poorhouse was a last resort for those without any other means of support."
- • "During the great depression, many families were forced to live in the poorhouse."
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New York Times17 Feb 2002 | Down 14 | |
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