on furlough
Example Sentences
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Scenes of federal employees waiting for food handouts in the Washington suburbs showcased the hardships some faced while on furlough, their incomes slashed to zero.
From Barron's ● Nov. 14, 2025
With government workers on furlough, they were unable to collect information on price changes during the month.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 10, 2025
With much of staff from the Securities and Exchange Commission on furlough, some companies are struggling to issue stock and other securities.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2025
Scott set up a business selling golf accessories during the pandemic while on furlough.
From BBC ● Dec. 24, 2024
But the first time she went on furlough to Berkeley, she had nearly had a stroke.
From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan
