workplace
noun
work·place
ˈwərk-ˌplās 
plural workplaces
: a place (such as an office, shop, or factory) where people work
a safe and welcoming workplace
… was passionate about creating more diversity in the workplace …—
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—often used before another nounKate Briquelet and Noah Kirschworkplace culture
workplace policies
a healthy workplace environment
compare worksite
Examples of workplace in a Sentence
Foul language will not be tolerated in the workplace.
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For the 16th year, The Sun will honor outstanding workplace culture in the region.
—Bob Helbig, Baltimore Sun, 27 May 2025
And some business and workplace experts say that even the companies that have announced DEI retreats are mostly making superficial and semantic changes, while remaining committed to the underlying goals of creating more opportunities for all workers.
—Maria Aspan, NPR, 27 May 2025
But in such a factory, if a workplace accident occurs, or if a defective product is sold, who will be accountable?
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 27 May 2025
And while Mission: Impossible is a multi-billion-dollar blockbuster franchise, its nearly 30-year run offers surprising parallels for achieving enduring success in today’s workplace.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
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Bob Helbig, Baltimore Sun, 27 May 2025
And some business and workplace experts say that even the companies that have announced DEI retreats are mostly making superficial and semantic changes, while remaining committed to the underlying goals of creating more opportunities for all workers.
—Maria Aspan, NPR, 27 May 2025
But in such a factory, if a workplace accident occurs, or if a defective product is sold, who will be accountable?
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 27 May 2025
And while Mission: Impossible is a multi-billion-dollar blockbuster franchise, its nearly 30-year run offers surprising parallels for achieving enduring success in today’s workplace.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for workplace
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“Workplace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/workplace. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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