labor market

noun

: the number of workers who are available to be hired

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Analyzing the distribution of H-1B visa approvals by state is crucial for understanding regional labor market dynamics and the reliance on foreign skilled labor. Billal Rahman dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Aug. 2025 In that case, analysts and the public will shift to alternative sources, already utilized to some extent, like ADP, Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter or the Conference Board for labor market data until BLS credibility is restored. Phillip Molnar, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2025 The widening wage gap tracks closely with labor market shifts. Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2025 Combined with signs of a shakier labor market, investors are more convinced that the Fed will err on the side of supporting the economy by lowering interest rates to support overall business activity. Rob Wile, NBC news, 13 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for labor market

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“Labor market.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/labor%20market. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.

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