workplace
noun
work·place
ˈwərk-ˌplās 
plural workplaces
: a place (such as an office, shop, or factory) where people work
a safe and welcoming workplace
… was passionate about creating more diversity in the workplace …—
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—often used before another nounKate Briquelet and Noah Kirschworkplace culture
workplace policies
a healthy workplace environment
compare worksite
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Foul language will not be tolerated in the workplace.
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No grievance, no workplace conflict, no personal resentment ever excuses violence.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
McMindfulness is taking people in a toxic workplace and giving them mindfulness classes and not changing the toxic structures of the workplace.
—Keith Wagstaff, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, online workplace reviews indicate employee disgruntlement.
—Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
If participation is widespread, the April 5 strike could affect workplaces, schools, retail activity, and transportation, particularly in areas where large numbers of workers choose to stay at home.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
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Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
McMindfulness is taking people in a toxic workplace and giving them mindfulness classes and not changing the toxic structures of the workplace.
—Keith Wagstaff, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, online workplace reviews indicate employee disgruntlement.
—Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026
If participation is widespread, the April 5 strike could affect workplaces, schools, retail activity, and transportation, particularly in areas where large numbers of workers choose to stay at home.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
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“Workplace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/workplace. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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