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
Examples of workplace in a Sentence
Foul language will not be tolerated in the workplace.
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Restlessness, dissatisfaction or even unproductive attempts to reinsert themselves into their former workplace can result from this scenario.
—Michel Koopman, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
Watch on Deadline The film explores multiple aspects of the migrant experience from the constant threat of legal action to facing exploitation in the workplace due to lack of documentation, and the struggle to find a place to live.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2025
After Cox’s death, her estate, including her husband Kevin, filed a lawsuit against Wilson and the Park District alleging misconduct in the workplace and that alleged actions and a toxic work environment led to emotional distress for his wife in her final months of employment at the Park District.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
The introduction shows Microsoft’s determination to popularize generative artificial intelligence software in the workplace.
—Jordan Novet, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2025
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Michel Koopman, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
Watch on Deadline The film explores multiple aspects of the migrant experience from the constant threat of legal action to facing exploitation in the workplace due to lack of documentation, and the struggle to find a place to live.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 15 Jan. 2025
After Cox’s death, her estate, including her husband Kevin, filed a lawsuit against Wilson and the Park District alleging misconduct in the workplace and that alleged actions and a toxic work environment led to emotional distress for his wife in her final months of employment at the Park District.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
The introduction shows Microsoft’s determination to popularize generative artificial intelligence software in the workplace.
—Jordan Novet, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Workplace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/workplace. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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