union scale
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of union scale
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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When there’s no contract in play, the producers typically set the pay rate at less than union scale.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2021
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
As it was, all of the musicians on the iconic album were paid union scale.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 20, 2019
It is unlikely those workers will have a union scale.
From Time • Nov. 19, 2013
I'll pay you the union scale and not a blasted cent more or less.
From Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates by Grant, Gordon
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