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occupations

/ɒkjʊˈpeɪʃənz/ /ɑkjəˈpeɪʃənz/

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noun

Professions, métiers

An activity or task with which one occupies oneself; usually specifically the productive activity, service, trade, or craft for which one is regularly paid; a job.

Examples :

"Many people have different occupations to earn a living, such as teaching, nursing, or construction. "

Beaucoup de gens ont des professions différentes pour gagner leur vie, comme l'enseignement, les soins infirmiers ou la construction.

job work business economy service

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noun

Occupation, prise de possession

The act, process or state of possessing a place.

Examples :

"The army's occupations of several cities led to widespread displacement of the local population. "

Les occupations de plusieurs villes par l'armée ont entraîné le déplacement généralisé de la population locale.

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noun

Occupation

The control of a country or region by a hostile army.

Examples :

"The country suffered greatly during the occupations by foreign forces. "

Le pays a beaucoup souffert pendant les occupations par des forces étrangères.

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