labor market

noun

: the number of workers who are available to be hired

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With a slowing economy, along with an influx of former federal workers looking for new jobs and a tightening labor market, job prospects for 2025 graduates aren’t looking too bright. Phil Blair, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2025 Alumni who finished college during economic downturns or global disruptions recognize the familiar whispers of layoffs, rescinded offers and a tighter labor market. Dilan Gomih, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025 There is little to know evidence that work requirements actually boost labor market participation. Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025 Some judges have regarded college athletes, who can sign lucrative NIL deals, as a labor market akin to pro sports. Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 20 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for labor market

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“Labor market.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/labor%20market. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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