Sentence examples for working poor from inspiring English sources
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The phrase "working poor" is correct and commonly used in written English to describe individuals or families who are employed but still struggle with poverty.
Example: "Despite working full-time, the Smith family is still considered part of the working poor, as they struggle to make ends meet on their minimum wage salaries."
Dictionary
working poor
noun
Working people whose incomes fall below a given poverty line
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