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Vocabulary Entry
labor
|noun • verb
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N
noun
Physical or mental effort used in the production of goods and services.
Example Sentences
"The labor required to build the house was extensive."
"She put in a lot of labor to complete the project on time."
"Labor is an essential part of the economy."
V
verb
To work hard, especially in physical tasks.
Example Sentences
"They labored for hours in the hot sun."
"He labors under the weight of his responsibilities."
"Many people labor to provide for their families."