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What is another word for furloughs?

Pronunciation: [fˈɜːlə͡ʊz] (IPA)

Furloughs are temporary leave of absence granted to employees due to various reasons like budget cuts, pandemics, or restructuring plans. There are several synonyms for the word furloughs, including sabbatical, leave of absence, hiatus, layoff, and temporary suspension. These terms connote an involuntary situation of having to take time off from work, often without pay. The word "sabbatical" is sometimes used to describe a planned break from work for the purpose of travel or professional development. "Leave of absence" is another term used frequently interchangeably with furloughs. Whichever term is used; the result is the same - a pause in work for a period of time.
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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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To different famous hunting districts of the country he has taken Nels, on many hunting-furloughs; and Nels' courage stands to him and to his friends, the very last word in courage.
"Son of Power"
Will Levington Comfort and Zamin Ki Dost
Still, if he took Nels with him on hunting-furloughs, as often as possible setting him to charge most deadly game, there was always the possibility of an accident.
"Son of Power"
Will Levington Comfort and Zamin Ki Dost
They were to stay there for about a month and secured furloughs from their company.
"In Desert and Wilderness"
Henryk Sienkiewicz

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