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layoff

[ley-awf, -of] / ˈleɪˌɔf, -ˌɒf /
NOUN
dismissal from job or responsibility
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It’s unclear if the mass layoff also affected workers in California.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Talk inside Oracle of a significant layoff began earlier this year.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

A total of 56% of retirees reported retiring earlier than planned, often for reasons beyond their control such a layoff, health issues or caregiving responsibilities, according to a 2022 report from Goldman Sachs Asset Management.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

Atlassian’s stock rose 2.4% pre-market following the layoff announcement, reflecting a positive market reaction to AI-driven cuts.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

The long layoff from racing, culminating in a week stuck itching in the barn, took its toll.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand