living wage
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of living wage
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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Employers, Mr. Vance accordingly thinks, should pay workers a fair or living wage.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
As supervisor she would do more to support jobs that pay a living wage, so residents rely less on county services.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
"We are demanding a living wage now, because what Delcy Rodriguez said last night is a joke," Mariela Diaz, a 65-year-old retiree, declared.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
He highlighted a number of measures coming into force from this month aimed at easing the cost of living, including removing some green levies from energy bills and increasing the national living wage.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
Soon the Rad Lab would have to pay its scientists a living wage.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
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