Labor Dispute Terminology

noun a temporary or permanent dismissal of employees by their employer

verb to dismiss or terminate the employment of someone

• The company had to lay off several employees due to budget cuts.
• I heard they're going to lay off some people at work.
• They're gonna lay off a bunch of folks next week.
• It's time to lay off the negativity and focus on the positive aspects of life.

noun a temporary denial of access to a place, service, or information, typically as a result of industrial action

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• The company announced a lockout of all employees due to contract negotiations breaking down.
• Looks like we're facing a lockout at work because of the disagreement over the new rules.
• They pulled a lockout on us out of nowhere, can you believe it?
• Her emotions went into a lockout, shutting down any communication with others.