laws that have encouraged the employment of women
I've been looking for employment in the machine trade.
The new factory should provide employment for hundreds of workers.
unskilled workers trying to find paid employment
She hopes to find employment as a teacher.
The magazine did well during the course of her employment as editor. Employment is at an all-time high in this part of the state.
The city is faced with inadequate housing and a lack of employment.
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