wages

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The body politic wages war against itself in Shakespeare’s tragedy, and the all-out battle makes for a gripping spectacle in Griffith Park.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Historically, rising wages have been the main source of excess inflation.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

At the time, she was seeking an unspecified amount of damages including loss of wages, medical expenses and legal fees.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

Those who fall into default risk having their Social Security benefits, tax refunds and wages garnished.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Even though the nation’s steel companies were enormously profitable, their workers were paid wages so low they could barely afford to feed, clothe, and house themselves and their families.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler