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charity case

/ˈtʃærɪti keɪs/

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/ˈtʃærɪti keɪs/C1informal
  • ruЧеловек или вещь, которые считаются жалкими или нуждающимися в помощи, часто подразумевая, что они зависят от благотворительности или доброй воли других.

A person or thing that is considered pitiful or in need of help, often implying that they are dependent on the charity or goodwill of others.

  1. Person receiving charityB2informal

    A person or group that is considered to be in need of charitable assistance, often implying pity or dependency.

    ruОбъект благотворительности

    • The organization treats everyone with dignity, not as a charity case.
    • He refused to be seen as a charity case and insisted on paying his way.
    • She helped the family but never made them feel like a charity case.