living standard
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of living standard
First recorded in 1940–45
Example Sentences
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But UAW President Shawn Fain says that it’s necessary to maintain a decent living standard for union workers.
From Washington Times • Aug. 8, 2023
Despite efforts to align income, employees in former East Germany still make less money and have a lower living standard.
From Seattle Times • May 17, 2023
A whopping 96% felt their living standard was better than their parents' at the same age.
From Reuters • Jan. 18, 2023
The collective bargaining process is instrumental for increasing one's living standard and protecting health insurance, retirement savings and other benefits.
From Salon • Sep. 14, 2022
A first step in improving the living standard took the form of an upward adjustment in the lowest wage brackets and a broadening of social security provisions.
From Area Handbook for Bulgaria by Baluyut, Violeta D.
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