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split shift

British  

noun

  1. a work period divided into two parts that are separated by an interval longer than a normal rest period

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It heard that the consultant was nearing the end of a 24-hour split shift when she was called to attend.

From BBC

He wants that title and will be back at the track in eight hours to start another split shift.

From Seattle Times

Ramirez believed Lee got off the bus in the morning but didn't check the rear of the bus at the end of the first half of a split shift.

From Los Angeles Times

Ramirez believed Lee got off the bus in the morning but didn’t check the rear of the bus at the end of the first half of a split shift.

From Washington Times

They also complain that they live too far from Facebook’s headquarters in Menlo Park, Calif., to go home and nap during their split shift.

From New York Times