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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
It is often assumed that, absent migration, low fertility will cause a country’s labor force to shrink, leading to shortages of workers, decreased productivity, and a diminishing tax base.
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Vegard Skirbekk, Foreign Affairs, 6 Nov. 2024
Goldin’s study of Philadelphia population directories in 1796 and 1800 found that the labor force participation rate for female heads of households — disproportionately widows, who were often young mothers — was 64%.
—Tiana Lowe Doescher, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 29 Nov. 2024
Furthermore, its massive population, combined with a substantial base of educated and skilled workers, provides a labor force equipped to meet the demands of complex, advanced manufacturing.
—Dave Evans, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Her team found that a 10% increase in child care prices is associated with a 1% drop in women’s labor force participation.
—Alexandra Byrne, NBC News, 24 Nov. 2024
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Vegard Skirbekk, Foreign Affairs, 6 Nov. 2024
Goldin’s study of Philadelphia population directories in 1796 and 1800 found that the labor force participation rate for female heads of households — disproportionately widows, who were often young mothers — was 64%.
—Tiana Lowe Doescher, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 29 Nov. 2024
Furthermore, its massive population, combined with a substantial base of educated and skilled workers, provides a labor force equipped to meet the demands of complex, advanced manufacturing.
—Dave Evans, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Her team found that a 10% increase in child care prices is associated with a 1% drop in women’s labor force participation.
—Alexandra Byrne, NBC News, 24 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for labor force
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But today’s workforce is inspired by Harry Potter—a generation that sees courage in loyalty, collaboration, and standing together.Nirit Cohen, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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With appropriate governance and strategic planning, companies can use AI to build a highly skilled workforce, exploring new frontiers in emerging technologies.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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With nine shows a week, ranging from Broadway-style musicals to chamber music and even opera, there’s a show for every member of the family performed by talented staff, many of whom have gone on to perform on Broadway and in famed operas near and far.Esther Carlstone, Parents, 18 Dec. 2024
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Information for this article was contributed by Illia Novikov, Lolita C. Baldor and staff writers of The Associated Press and by Anton Troianovski and Constant Méheut of The New York Times.Compiled byDemocrat-Gazette stafffrom wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Students who demonstrate sustained interest and excellence in a single area—whether STEM, humanities, or the arts—are more likely to stand out in a competitive applicant pool.Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Water collected in green pools that Leone said would sting if a dog stepped in or licked them.Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 19 Dec. 2024
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This decision involved experienced motorsport personnel, including Cyril Abiteboul, a former F1 team boss now spearheading Genesis Magma Racing.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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DuBose was down on the field for more than 10 minutes as medical personnel had to cut off his jersey, unscrewed his facemask and place a neck brace on him before he was carted off NRG Stadium in Houston.Wayne Sterling, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Labor force.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/labor%20force. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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