Vocabulary Entry

furlough

|noun • verb

noun

A temporary leave of absence from work, especially during times of economic difficulty.

Example Sentences

"Due to the pandemic, many workers were placed on furlough."

"The company announced a furlough period of three months for its employees."

"He returned to work after a six-week furlough."

verb

Example Sentences

"The management decided to furlough several employees to cut costs."

"She was furloughed until the end of the financial quarter."

"During the crisis, many businesses had to furlough their staff."