job market

noun

: the number of jobs that are available for workers

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As artificial intelligence transforms the job market and rising living costs squeeze family budgets, the University of California system is making the case that its degrees remain valuable investments. Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026 But the American job market has chugged along, continuing to rebound from a miserable 2025. Paul Wiseman, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026 This post-interview diligence is particularly important in today’s tough job market for entry-level workers, according to Hendler-Grunt. Sarah Jackson, CNBC, 1 July 2026 The job market, which appeared sluggish as the new year began, has exceeded expectations in recent months, even as inflation remains above the Federal Reserve’s 2% goal. Ty Roush, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for job market

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“Job market.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/job%20market. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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