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Strikebreaking

Description:

Strikebreaking refers to the act of hiring replacements for striking workers in order to continue the operations of a business or industry during a labor strike. It is often seen as a controversial practice as it can undermine the collective bargaining power of workers.

Examples in Sentences:

Noun (general sense):

1. The company resorted to strikebreaking to keep its operations running smoothly.
2. Strikebreaking is considered an antagonistic approach during labor disputes.

Noun (specific sense):

3. The use of strikebreaking agents led to violent clashes between the picketers and replacement workers.
4. Many workers were concerned about the potential repercussions of strikebreaking on their job security.

Verb:

5. The management made the controversial decision to strikebreak by hiring temporary workers.
6. Some employees were tempted to strikebreak due to financial strains.

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• Labor Disputes Books
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