work-life balance
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of work-life balance
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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When Bill is asked about work-life balance, he’s also asked if he has inspirational words to impart.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur criticised what he called a hierarchy that prioritises top actors over technicians, saying work-life balance should apply to all on the set.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
Claire Mann, TfL's chief operating officer, said the "completely voluntary" four-day week had been designed to "improve work-life balance".
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
It’s important to have work-life balance, and that can be more difficult to achieve when you are on your own.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
And U.S. companies still generally offer much higher pay and better work-life balance than Chinese competitors.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
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