well-being
noun
well-be·ing
ˈwel-ˈbē-iŋ 
: the state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous : welfare
Examples of well-being in a Sentence
we're only doing this for your own well-being
Recent Examples on the Web
Biden went on to specify the ways his policies have specifically improved Black Americans’ economic well-being.
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Todd Spangler, Detroit Free Press, 20 May 2024
Please be assured that the well-being of all individuals associated with Miss USA is my top priority.
—Kimi Robinson, USA TODAY, 19 May 2024
To qualify, patients must have moderate to severe stimulant use disorder, with symptoms such as strong cravings for the drug and prioritizing it over personal health and well-being.
—Angela Hart | Kff Health News, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2024
Fact-check before initiating a change that can influence your reputation, direction or physical well-being.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 18 May 2024
In the state of Tamil Nadu, often-bickering political parties are united in protecting secularism and in focusing on economic well-being.
—Hari Kumar, New York Times, 18 May 2024
Others have balked at spending that kind of money when there are more urgent priorities to protect the public well-being, such as improving the city’s inadequate flood control system.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2024
Protecting your skin from the sun's harmful effects is essential for maintaining your health and well-being.
—Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 17 May 2024
This act demonstrates a genuine concern for employee health, encouraging a culture where well-being is valued and promoting a healthier, more productive work environment.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 16 May 2024
Todd Spangler, Detroit Free Press, 20 May 2024
Please be assured that the well-being of all individuals associated with Miss USA is my top priority.
—Kimi Robinson, USA TODAY, 19 May 2024
To qualify, patients must have moderate to severe stimulant use disorder, with symptoms such as strong cravings for the drug and prioritizing it over personal health and well-being.
—Angela Hart | Kff Health News, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2024
Fact-check before initiating a change that can influence your reputation, direction or physical well-being.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 18 May 2024
In the state of Tamil Nadu, often-bickering political parties are united in protecting secularism and in focusing on economic well-being.
—Hari Kumar, New York Times, 18 May 2024
Others have balked at spending that kind of money when there are more urgent priorities to protect the public well-being, such as improving the city’s inadequate flood control system.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 May 2024
Protecting your skin from the sun's harmful effects is essential for maintaining your health and well-being.
—Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 17 May 2024
This act demonstrates a genuine concern for employee health, encouraging a culture where well-being is valued and promoting a healthier, more productive work environment.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 16 May 2024
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“Well-being.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-being. Accessed 23 May. 2024.
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