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a system in which temporary positions are common and organizations contract with independent workers for short-term engagements
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The gig economy refers to a labor market characterized by short-term contracts or freelance work as opposed to permanent jobs.
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In the gig economy, people can work gigs whenever they want without committing to a full-time job.
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Some people hustle in the gig economy to make extra cash on the side.
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Navigating the gig economy is like being a modern-day freelancer with various opportunities at your fingertips.