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Our police officers are putting in long hours to keep our community safe, often at the expense of time with their families.—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026 Automation fears shadow labor fight Supporters say rising vehicle costs, fluctuating pay and opaque app algorithms have fueled frustration among drivers who often work long hours while paying for gas, insurance, maintenance and vehicle wear-and-tear themselves.—Leah Willingham, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026 The new product range includes a full-sized keyboard and two mice that have been specially designed for those of us who spend long hours toiling away in front of a computer, a common scenario in this age of hybrid working.—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 Supporters say rising vehicle costs, fluctuating pay and opaque app algorithms have fueled frustration among drivers who often work long hours while paying for gas, insurance, maintenance and vehicle wear-and-tear themselves.—Leah Willingham, Fortune, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for long hours