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seniority

[seen-yawr-i-tee, -yor-] / sinˈyɔr ɪ ti, -ˈyɒr- /


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A combined company would also have to integrate complex union seniority lists; harmonize a massive fleet, which comprises both Boeing and Airbus jets; and face a web of co-branded card programs offered by each airline.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Such has been Woods' standing in the game, his influence has grown with seniority despite a history of wayward driving stretching back almost two decades.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Central and regional office employees with the least seniority are most at risk.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

At major Communist Party and government meetings, participants follow strict seating protocols that place attendees based on their rank, the seniority of the institutions they represent and other criteria.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026

Because of seniority, they had their pick of easy jobs, and there always seemed to be an old-timer on duty in the PSU.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover




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