work-furlough
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of work-furlough
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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Though the maximum sentence was five years in prison, Benitez gave the hunter six months in a work-furlough program.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 8, 2021
Such an arrangement was sanctioned by California's "work-furlough" program.
From Time Magazine Archive
After Knievel returned five hours late one night, he lost his work-furlough status during the four remaining months of his sentence, and his chances of parole.
From Time Magazine Archive
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