The middle class; specifically those who are too wealthy to qualify for welfare schemes but not rich enough to afford non-subsidized housing, access further opportunities or maintain lifestyle expectations.
Origin
Originated in the 1980s, from the perception of being "sandwiched" (or "squeezed") between the lower and upper classes.
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