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seniority

[seen-yawr-i-tee, -yor-] / sinˈjɔr ɪ ti, -ˈjɒr- /


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For years, she has argued to Mainers that her value lies in the seniority and influence she yields.

From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2026

For decades, New York’s white-shoe law firms were shaped by a gentlemanly code in which poaching was unheard of and partner pay largely fell in line with seniority.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 1, 2026

Bellingham was seen in England's dressing room presenting Liverpool's 17-year-old Rio Ngumoah with his first cap following his debut against New Zealand in Tampa, a sign of seniority even though he is still only 23.

From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2026

Collins’ message is that with her, and her seniority, they have an opportunity to take like never before.

From Slate ● Jun. 16, 2026

In the Korean language, they signified the seniority and superiority of Shin the teacher over Park the apprentice.

From "Escape from Camp 14: One Man's Remarkable Odyssey from North Korea to Freedom in the West" by Blaine Harden




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