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as in workforces
a body of persons at work or available for work
we're working with a short staff at the office today
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as in canes
a heavy rigid stick used as a weapon or for punishment
carried a staff for self-defense when walking alone at night
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Recent Examples of staffs
The news and editorial staffs of the Sun Sentinel had no role in this post’s preparation.
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Ascend Agency, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2026
Getty Images The Philadelphia Phillies have spent the last several seasons building one of the deepest pitching staffs in the National League.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
Most coaching staffs around the league feature anywhere from 6-11 assistant coaches.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2026
The news and editorial staffs of the Chicago Tribune had no role in this post’s preparation.
—Wondershark, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
Patient-experience comparison The news and editorial staffs of the Mercury News had no role in this post’s preparation.
—Ascend Agency, Mercury News, 18 June 2026
The news and editorial staffs of the Denver Post had no role in this post’s preparation.
—Ascend Agency, Denver Post, 18 June 2026
The news and editorial staffs of the Los Angeles Daily News had no role in this post’s preparation.
—Ascend Agency, Daily News, 17 June 2026
Legette said that he’s made several of the changes the coaching and training staffs have wanted to see from him this offseason.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
Ascend Agency, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2026
Getty Images The Philadelphia Phillies have spent the last several seasons building one of the deepest pitching staffs in the National League.
—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
Most coaching staffs around the league feature anywhere from 6-11 assistant coaches.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2026
The news and editorial staffs of the Chicago Tribune had no role in this post’s preparation.
—Wondershark, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
Patient-experience comparison The news and editorial staffs of the Mercury News had no role in this post’s preparation.
—Ascend Agency, Mercury News, 18 June 2026
The news and editorial staffs of the Denver Post had no role in this post’s preparation.
—Ascend Agency, Denver Post, 18 June 2026
The news and editorial staffs of the Los Angeles Daily News had no role in this post’s preparation.
—Ascend Agency, Daily News, 17 June 2026
Legette said that he’s made several of the changes the coaching and training staffs have wanted to see from him this offseason.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staffs
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Companies that take a more proactive approach to mental health will likely be better positioned to support managers, reduce hidden costs and build more resilient workforces during periods of change.—
Stephen Sokoler,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Bana worries about businesses replicating their current workforces, and missing out on employees who might break them out of groupthink and expand their ambitions.—
Annie Lowrey,
The Atlantic,
2 June 2026
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The edible fruit can be used to make jelly, but watch for thorns on the shrub’s canes.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
27 May 2026
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More to Explore Many of the human props—canes, top hats, desks—used in primate taxidermy became unfashionable in the first half of the nineteenth century, but there were still throwbacks.—
Matthew Wills,
JSTOR Daily,
18 May 2026
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The Pines at Woodloch Hawley, Pennsylvania With activities for all ages—indoor and outdoor pools, bumper boats, mini golf, water skiing, archery, and seasonal snow tubing—there’s no shortage of fun at The Pines at Woodloch.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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Many feature private gardens, terraces, or balconies with boundless views of Ibiza’s staggering natural bounty, while five deluxe suites boast private pools.—
Alexandra Kirkman,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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No bags, glass or metal water bottles, bats/batons, bicycles or scooters, chairs or coolers will be allowed in the event.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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In all, 1,900 volunteer marshals, most from the East End and equipped with yellow batons, seem to be cherishing their assignments.—
Jennifer McLogan,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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In an effort combat the algae in the Reflecting Pool, employees of the National Park Service were seen pouring in gallons of hydrogen peroxide, a chemical commonly used in pool maintenance.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Families visiting downtown, workers commuting home, residents of every background, restaurant employees finishing late shifts, ride-share drivers and visitors all have a legitimate interest in being able to safely access Chicago’s lakefront and downtown areas.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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That’s roughly 150,000 square feet of bottom to clean; crews of five to six divers will need to spend roughly four to five hours with hand scrapers and power washers to rid each vessel of biofoul.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
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The unexpected display drew onlookers but also shut down traffic as emergency crews scrambled to secure the area.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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The facilities can create thousands of jobs for construction workers and generate significant revenue for local governments due to sales and property taxes.—
Katie King,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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The highland Indigenous and rural workers' groups — who long supported MAS but helped vault Paz to power last year — have led the protests, accusing his government of neglecting their needs since entering office.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 June 2026
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“Staffs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staffs. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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