head count

Example Sentences

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“It has been over two years we’ve been at this head count. As I look to next year, I think we can continue to be disciplined on head count.”

From The Wall Street Journal

For several weeks earlier this year, the department shrunk to just over 8,600 sworn members — its lowest head count in decades.

From Los Angeles Times

While companies didn’t resort to full-scale layoffs, many did trim head count, especially later in the year.

From The Wall Street Journal

To cope with higher costs, whether for tariffs, energy, taxes, or health insurance, a business owner looks at all options, which may mean trimming head count instead of raising prices.

From The Wall Street Journal

Among companies aggressively rolling out AI, it is possible to keep head count largely flat, some executives said.

From The Wall Street Journal