layoff

Example Sentences

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The layoff rate was 1.1% in February, compared with 1% in January.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Talk inside Oracle of a significant layoff began earlier this year.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

A total of 56% of retirees reported retiring earlier than planned, often for reasons beyond their control such a layoff, health issues or caregiving responsibilities, according to a 2022 report from Goldman Sachs Asset Management.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

Atlassian’s stock rose 2.4% pre-market following the layoff announcement, reflecting a positive market reaction to AI-driven cuts.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

Francie had been working two weeks when the layoff came.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith