orphanages in the Oxford Spanish Dictionary

orphanages in the PONS Dictionary

orphanages Examples from the PONS Dictionary (editorially verified)

≈ orphanage (home for abandoned children)
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Prior to the 1970s, this function was served by institutions, asylums, poorhouses, and orphanages.
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His father died when he was very young and his childhood was spent in a succession of orphanages.
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The following day they learned the children were turned away from all the orphanages because of their mixed heritage.
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He built roads, bridges, housing, churches, and orphanages.
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They also support orphanages, or operate them themselves.
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The service included taking control of hostels, infirmaries, and foundling homes, as well as orphanages, which were initially controlled by confraternities.
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Live and televised appearances in major concert halls and impromptu performances in hospitals, orphanages, town squares and government palaces reach millions of people each year.
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The effort raised money from more than 100 nations and benefited orphanages and children's health organizations.
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She detested the dirty appearance of trade workshops and transferred them to new, independent orphanages.
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It provides support and volunteers to local hospitals, rehabilitation centers, orphanages, schools, and street projects.
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