on the payroll
Example Sentences
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Because of his connection to the co-op, he was appointed equipment coordinator of the Everest climb, and REI agreed to keep him on the payroll during the expedition.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 8, 2026
But Moshiri, still on the payroll as an adviser, once again helped persuade the company to stay.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 15, 2026
Employment at small businesses remained fairly consistent in October, according to the latest Paychex Small Business Employment Watch External link, which is based on the payroll data of Paychex customers with fewer than 50 employees.
From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2025
In its last set of jobs data, looking at the period between May and July, the ONS said job openings had continued to fall, with fewer people on the payroll.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2025
“Well, I think it’s beyond me. I told you I wouldn’t put you on the payroll, but hold up your right hand.”
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
