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furlough

[fur-loh] / ˈfɜr loʊ /


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“This could result in the use of the Reserve Fund and in future fiscal years, more furlough days and the risk of more layoffs.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The move comes six months after the Scottish government announced a £4m furlough scheme aimed at saving the company's operations in Scotland.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

BBC Scotland understands the company will not attempt to claim furlough money to help reimburse it for the wages of those staff who are now under threat.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

The Communist Caribbean island is in crisis as airlines cancel flights, hotels close and authorities furlough workers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

I was practically a child at the time, but I remember when he used to come home on furlough and all, all he did was lie on his bed, practically.

From "The Catcher in the Rye" by J. D. Salinger




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