occupation

Example Sentences

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The first attempt in 1872 contained 17 questions and was essentially a house register - recording who lived where, along with basic markers such as age, religion, caste and occupation.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

The president called the occupation off after U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

The exact degree of benefit varies by occupation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

"In the history of the occupation, this is the longest period during which the Al-Aqsa Mosque has been closed."

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

"What Mister Bromios thinks or does not think," replied her mother, the former Bridget Comfrey, "is neither here nor there. That is a most improper occupation for a young lady."

From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman