Lay off

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verb

To stop giving work to someone because there is not enough work.

Due to the company's financial troubles, they had to lay off a lot of employees.
Visual representation of "lay off" - To stop giving work to someone because there is not enough work

Often appears as...

  • lay off staff
  • lay off workers
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Job Loss

Used when a job is terminated, often due to economic reasons, not personal performance.

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The recession forced small businesses to lay off employees.
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Company Difficulty

Indicates company struggles, such as lack of work or financial problems, leading to job cuts.

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The manufacturing sector laid off workers due to decreasing orders.
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Not Permanent

Usually suggests the possibility of being rehired when the company's situation improves.

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If sales pick up, the company may reconsider those they had to lay off.
Visual representation of the word "Lay off"

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