fair wage

noun

: a wage that is reasonable for the type of work done
The workers claim that they are not being paid fair wages.

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Many day laborers are undocumented immigrants looking for work and a fair wage in appropriate and safe working conditions. Stephanie Elam, CNN Money, 2 May 2025 Issues that have recently stalled contract negotiations, according to union officials and members, include an allegedly disrespectful work environment for some, disagreements over fair wages, affordable health care benefits and more. Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 19 Apr. 2025 The United States doesn’t have a problem with countries that pay a fair wage and respect worker rights, the official said. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2025 These labels verify responsible practices, from fair wages to eco-friendly materials. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fair wage

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“Fair wage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fair%20wage. Accessed 5 May. 2025.

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