layoffs background

layoffs

/ˈleɪˌɔfs/ /ˈleɪˌɑfs/

Illustration layoffs - Image 1

Illustration layoffs - Image 2

noun

裁员，解雇，下岗。

(chiefly US) A dismissal of employees from their jobs because of tightened budgetary constraints or work shortage (not due to poor performance or misconduct).

Examples :

"Due to a decrease in sales, the company announced layoffs affecting 10% of its workforce. "

由于销售额下降，公司宣布裁员，将有百分之十的员工受到影响。

business economy job organization work

Illustration layoffs - Image 1

Illustration layoffs - Image 2

noun

裁员，下岗。

A period of time when someone is unavailable for work.

Examples :

"The company announced unexpected layoffs due to decreased sales, leaving many employees without jobs. "

由于销售额下降，公司宣布了意想不到的裁员，导致许多员工失业。

job business economy work organization

Illustration layoffs - Image 1

noun

短传，横传球.

A short pass that has been rolled in front of another player for them to kick.

Examples :

"The quarterback's short pass, a quick layoff, allowed the running back to score a touchdown. "

四分卫一个短传，一个快速的横传球，让跑卫达成了触地得分。