1
as in position
an assignment at which one regularly works for pay
a high-paying job as a banker
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2
as in task
a piece of work that needs to be done regularly
taking the trash out is one of my jobs
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as in mission
a specific task with which a person or group is charged
your job on this committee is to review the curriculum and suggest changes
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as in role
the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
a coffeemaker's job is to make coffee, and this overpriced machine doesn't do it very well
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as in headache
a dull, unpleasant, or difficult piece of work
boy, doing all that filing was a real job
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as in to partner
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Recent Examples of job
Arkansas Online,
21 June 2026
Pai had graduated from Cal State Long Beach with a degree in business management, but was torn about getting a job away from the ocean.
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Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
21 June 2026
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
So how can job seekers stand out among the deluge of candidates?
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IEEE Spectrum,
15 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Through HopeHub, individuals connect with a community advocate who mobilizes faith and community partners to address immediate needs while building long-term stability in housing, healthcare and employment, then are guided to Arkansas Launch for job opportunities, training and career support.
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Arkansas Online,
21 June 2026
Pai had graduated from Cal State Long Beach with a degree in business management, but was torn about getting a job away from the ocean.
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Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
21 June 2026
Verb
Just 43% of people plan to job hunt in 2026, according to Monster’s new WorkWatch Report.
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Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
So how can job seekers stand out among the deluge of candidates?
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IEEE Spectrum,
15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for job
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Pages was one of four Dodgers leading their respective position groups, joined by first baseman Freddie Freeman, third baseman Max Muncy and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani, who led all players with 1,165,133 votes.
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In some cases, positions left vacant by retiring or resigning employees were not filled.
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If your energy dips, take a brief stretch, then return to the task with a lighter touch and clearer purpose.
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Both teams are dangerous and could make runs, but getting past their first opponents in the next stage will be a daunting task.
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None of these are the type of meaty science mission that Mars researchers have become accustomed to.
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Based on previous statements from officials, the Victus Haze mission will unfold with additional maneuvers to bring Rocket Lab’s Puma satellite closer to True Anomaly’s Jackal.
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Given the significance of the peace deal, experts said Pakistan will certainly want to leverage its mediation role for economic benefit, particularly in its dealings with allies in Washington and the Gulf.
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Madeline Mitchell's role covering women and the caregiving economy at USA TODAY is supported by a partnership with Pivotal and Journalism Funding Partners.
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That’s when the real headache for businesses began, as customs checks, border controls and reams of paperwork came into force.
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But the move enabled Florida to lock in what will be one of the best top-six forward groups in the league, slotting Brady Tkachuck into the left wing spot on the second line alongside center Sam Bennett and right wing Matthew Tkachuk that will cause opponents major headaches.
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In defense, at center-back, Pau Cubarsi and Aymeric Laporte are expected to partner and Dani Carvajal’s absence removes Spain’s first-choice right-back, making Marcos Llorente the likeliest replacement.
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The foundation plans to partner with law enforcement agencies and laboratories specializing in advanced DNA testing.
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But beyond public perception, USCIS, the agency that processes petitions for employment authorizations, green card and citizenship applications, has been impacted by the early 2025 workforce cuts.
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Upon learning of the investigation, the district immediately placed him on administrative leave and subsequently terminated his employment.
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That estimate does not include costs associated with year-round state workers whose regular duties were diverted to support the session, including legislative staff and law enforcement officers.
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In a bid to maintain a peaceful atmosphere, demonstrators have been seen offering roses to police officers on duty.
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“Job.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/job. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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