union scale
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of union scale
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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Many hoped her appearance would preface a new album or tour — a surefire post-Super Bowl play following an event that pays its performers union scale.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2023
Even so, Ms. Gabriel remained keenly cognizant of the bottom line, particularly as the orchestra was being paid union scale.
From Washington Post • Apr. 12, 2021
It is unlikely those workers will have a union scale.
From Time • Nov. 19, 2013
When his good friend Walt Disney said he could only pay him union scale, Mr. Linkletter asked for and received exclusive rights to the camera and film concession at Disneyland for a decade.
From Seattle Times • May 27, 2010
And his wages were the minimum union scale.
From Second Sight by Wells, Basil
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