seniority
Example Sentences
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Because of their seniority, the workers who were arrested were earning $15 to $18 an hour, plus tips.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
Plenty of older lawmakers continue to capably serve; in some cases, seniority can make them more effective advocates for their constituents.
From Slate • Apr. 24, 2026
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
Someone else had it, and when he left, another teacher with more seniority was awarded the job.
From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove
Vocabulary lists containing seniority
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