noun the action of dismissing someone from employment; the act of plundering or looting a place
verb present participle of sack, meaning to dismiss someone from employment or to plunder or loot a place
In politics, 'sacking' can refer to the act of firing or dismissing someone from a position of authority.
In construction, 'sacking' refers to covering walls or ceilings with a rough fabric or material for insulation or protection.
In sports, 'sacking' refers to tackling the quarterback behind the line of scrimmage in American football.
In manufacturing, 'sacking' refers to the process of filling bags with goods, such as grains or produce.
In retail, 'sacking' refers to the act of placing purchased items into bags for customers.
In the publishing industry, a writer may face the possibility of sacking if their work does not meet the publisher's standards or if they violate their contract.
A psychologist may be at risk of sacking if they engage in unethical behavior or if they fail to provide effective treatment to their clients.
In the field of education, a teacher may be sacked for misconduct, poor performance, or violation of school policies.
Athletes in professional sports may be sacked from a team if they underperform, violate team rules, or engage in behavior that reflects negatively on the team.
A banker may face the threat of sacking if they engage in fraudulent activities, violate banking regulations, or fail to meet performance targets.