lay off

Example Sentences

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Faced with higher input costs, companies are more likely to cut production and lay off workers.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

All of this means that the no-frills carrier could have to liquidate and lay off some 14,000 workers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

The report, citing sources familiar with the matter, said that Meta plans to lay off about 10% of its global workforce, or close to 8,000 employees, in that initial round.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority said Monday that it plans to lay off 284 employees, primarily citing a decision by the county to pull funds and set up its own homeless services department.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

They glare at Maniac, but Giant John tells them to lay off.

From "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli