job action
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of job action
An Americanism dating back to 1965–70
Example Sentences
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The job action comes after an especially busy year for labor actions, particularly in California.
From New York Times • Jan. 16, 2024
As with past writers' strikes, this job action responds to Hollywood capitalizing on a new form of distribution - and writers seek to participate in the newfound revenue.
From Reuters • Sep. 25, 2023
A successful strike vote will mean that the union could initiate job action if talks falter after negotiations resume on 26 September.
From BBC • Sep. 1, 2023
“With an anticipated job action, Port of Los Angeles operations will continue.”
From Seattle Times • Aug. 8, 2023
Villasano said she supports the workers on strike — despite the difficulties the three-day job action has caused her family.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2023
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