1
as in position
an assignment at which one regularly works for pay
a high-paying job as a banker
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2
as in task
a piece of work that needs to be done regularly
taking the trash out is one of my jobs
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3
as in mission
a specific task with which a person or group is charged
your job on this committee is to review the curriculum and suggest changes
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as in role
the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
a coffeemaker's job is to make coffee, and this overpriced machine doesn't do it very well
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as in headache
a dull, unpleasant, or difficult piece of work
boy, doing all that filing was a real job
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as in to partner
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Recent Examples of job
Shelonda Stokes, Baltimore Sun, 6 Apr. 2025
Since Tuesday, when the layoffs began, lawmakers, medical associations, research universities and state health agencies have scrambled to sort out which jobs were eliminated, and how to respond.
—Arkansas Online, 6 Apr. 2025
Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
The Lions got jobbed against the Cowboys, one hundred percent.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2024
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Noun
Our economic anchors — health care, professional services and public administration — continue to create jobs and opportunity.
—Shelonda Stokes, Baltimore Sun, 6 Apr. 2025
Since Tuesday, when the layoffs began, lawmakers, medical associations, research universities and state health agencies have scrambled to sort out which jobs were eliminated, and how to respond.
—Arkansas Online, 6 Apr. 2025
Verb
In addition to postings, the bill would require employers to provide the same compensation information:
To job applicants upon request and before any compensation discussion or offer;
To employees at the time of hire, transfer, or promotion;
And once per calendar year, if requested.
—Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
The Lions got jobbed against the Cowboys, one hundred percent.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for job
Noun
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Hooper’s win over Guida and his matchup on Saturday position him to become something of a legend killer.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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A day after a 10th inning walk-off win followed by an 18-run outburst in their doubleheader sweep of St. Louis, the Red Sox offense was undoubtedly a bit tired, going 1-for-11 with runners in scoring position.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Express is a very polished and well-featured product that lets users jump straight into just about any digital design task, but it’s particularly suited to small businesses or independent content creators.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Susan Blatchford, who juggles two fundamental tasks in and for Park Forest.—
Jerry Shnay,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Justice Department is considering a plan to merge the ATF and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), both of which often collaborate but have distinct missions.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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This is not only an opportunity to reimagine an extraordinary historical journey, but also a mission that aligns with Toei’s long-standing tradition of producing bold, genre-defining stories.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Regulatory clarity will also play a significant role in shaping the future of Web3 gaming.—
Faizy Ahmed,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Indie producer Pressman Film has expanded the role of chief operating officer Paula Paizes to include oversight of all production.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Early signs of the disease include fatigue, fever and muscle aches, while half of all HPS patients also go through headaches, dizziness, chills and abdominal pain.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the most common issues are headaches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, chest pain and confusion.—
Dr. Mishal Reja,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The company aims to give these abilities a boost by partnering with Google Cloud.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2025
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Casting is through Susanne Scheel (Past Lives), with Indiana Productions partnering for the Italian shoot.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The move comes as the production of commercials, long a crucial source of employment for industry workers, is lagging in L.A. compared with recent years.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Apr. 2025
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According to officials, 11 of the 13 attendees of that meeting accepted social services for mental health, employment, and housing.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Homebuilders warn that tariffs and other charges (including the potential doubling of existing duties on Canadian lumber) on softwood lumber and other materials could further exacerbate the housing affordability crisis.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
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Reports ahead of Trump’s country-specific tariff declaration indicated that the retail giant was pushing its Chinese suppliers to cut prices to offset the impact of the looming duties.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Job.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/job. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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