workplace
noun
work·place
ˈwərk-ˌplās 
plural workplaces
: a place (such as an office, shop, or factory) where people work
a safe and welcoming workplace
… was passionate about creating more diversity in the workplace …—
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—often used before another nounKate Briquelet and Noah Kirschworkplace culture
workplace policies
a healthy workplace environment
compare worksite
Examples of workplace in a Sentence
Foul language will not be tolerated in the workplace.
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The strongest workplace models are the ones that support employee well-being while also strengthening performance, service, and organizational resilience.
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Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Every one is a condition of the workplace that requires someone with organizational authority to change something.
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Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Professional pumps and smart jewelry add an extra layer of polish for workplaces with slightly stricter dress codes.
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Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
29 June 2026
Meanwhile, Hyundai Motor Company is racing to mass manufacture humanoid robots developed by its subsidiary, Boston Dynamics, so that the robotic workers can start taking over certain laborious tasks in automotive factories and other workplaces.
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Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
29 June 2026
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Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Every one is a condition of the workplace that requires someone with organizational authority to change something.
—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Professional pumps and smart jewelry add an extra layer of polish for workplaces with slightly stricter dress codes.
—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
29 June 2026
Meanwhile, Hyundai Motor Company is racing to mass manufacture humanoid robots developed by its subsidiary, Boston Dynamics, so that the robotic workers can start taking over certain laborious tasks in automotive factories and other workplaces.
—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for workplace
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“Workplace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/workplace. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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