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layoff

[ ley-awf, -of ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

layoff

The temporary or permanent removal of a worker from his or her job, usually because of cutbacks in production or corporate reorganization.

Origin of layoff¹

1885–90, Americanism; noun use of verb phrase lay off

The gaming site plans to layoff 18 percent of its workforce and shut several offices.

Unemployment claims are trending down, and the number of mass layoff events is declining.

You also knew the libs (including the Super PAC I advised, Priorities USA Action) would zero-in on his record as a layoff artist.

Neither presidential campaign responded to a request for comment about the layoff announcement.

Layoff seems to be the most commonly used word despite—or maybe because of—a passivity that cheats the impact of the experience.

Come to think of it, Ernie didn't know there was going to be a layoff.

After this morning, Rogers would post him for the layoff for sure.

Show them that your layoff hasnt hurt your batting eye, Larry, sang out McRae.

Would he come back to the farm if this ten day layoff were extended, or would he catch a train for Chicago?

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