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a body of persons at work or available for work
the corporation has a labor force of nearly 100,000 people
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Recent Examples of labor force
The figures may reflect university graduates entering the labor force, but could also be a sign that spending cuts by the government and Public Investment Fund companies are hitting the job market.
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Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 5 Jan. 2026
As previously reported by The Center Square, the most recent report showed the state’s job market weakening, with a loss of 2,000 jobs and more people leaving the labor force.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 29 Dec. 2025
Situated on over 40 acres in Gallatin’s industrial corridor, the new site's proximity to downtown Gallatin and a reliable local labor force were key factors in the selection, Al.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Dec. 2025
By early 2021, roughly two and a half million women had left the labor force, in what became known as a she-cession.
—Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 22 Dec. 2025
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Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 5 Jan. 2026
As previously reported by The Center Square, the most recent report showed the state’s job market weakening, with a loss of 2,000 jobs and more people leaving the labor force.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 29 Dec. 2025
Situated on over 40 acres in Gallatin’s industrial corridor, the new site's proximity to downtown Gallatin and a reliable local labor force were key factors in the selection, Al.
—Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Dec. 2025
By early 2021, roughly two and a half million women had left the labor force, in what became known as a she-cession.
—Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 22 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for labor force
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That includes everything from fighting for sustainable child care solutions so folks can work and raise a family to investing in stronger workforce training pipelines in underserved neighborhoods.—
Tom Grech,
New York Daily News,
10 Jan. 2026
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The state's primary care workforce is shrinking faster than in most other states, according to a recent report.—
Martha Bebinger,
NPR,
9 Jan. 2026
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By automating drink preparation, AI Barmen allows human staff to focus on customer interaction rather than repetitive tasks.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Worried for the safety of his customers and staff, Betancur closed the bakery for the first time in its history.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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With the city facing a budget crunch, police officials and union leaders have warned that less resources and manpower risks causing an uptick in crime.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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While Russian forces are seen to have an advantage on the battlefield, not least in terms of manpower, and are making incremental progress in eastern Ukraine, a ceasefire is not seen to be in Russia’s interests.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
5 Jan. 2026
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The aft deck is home to an expansive beach club with a huge pool, fold-down bulwarks, and a wide swim platform, giving seafarers a spacious oasis right by the water’s edge.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
12 Jan. 2026
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Interestingly the pool scene, where Kevin loses his dad’s massive swim trunks while bombing in the pool, was filmed at the Four Seasons Chicago – the Plaza Hotel doesn’t have an indoor pool.—
Adam Turner,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
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Officers provided medical aid to the 29-year-old victim until Contra Costa County Fire Protection District personnel arrived at the scene.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Emergency medical personnel transported Strother to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead shortly after arriving, according to the BCA.—
Mars King,
Twin Cities,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Labor force.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/labor%20force. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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