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coping classes
 n.pl.— «The term “coping classes” is the new omnibus term for those who consider themselves to be struggling financially to keep their head above water.» —“Hardworking families and Sierra Man join coping classes” by Martin Shipton WalesOnline Dec. 5, 2008. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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