unionization
noun
union·i·za·tion
ˌyün-yə-nə-ˈzā-shən 
1
: the quality or state of being unionized
2
: the action of unionizing
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The e-commerce giant has not recognized the Staten Island unionization since the election took place in April 2022.
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Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
But pay fell off a cliff along with unionization rates.
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Ann Larson,
Time,
11 June 2026
Those topics are ripe for debate for their own reasons, but none involves the legal complexity of employment and potential unionization of athletes at public and private universities.
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Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 June 2026
But unionization usually raises costs for an employer through payroll, legal bills and other fees associated with providing benefits.
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Jaweed Kaleem,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
But pay fell off a cliff along with unionization rates.
—
Ann Larson,
Time,
11 June 2026
Those topics are ripe for debate for their own reasons, but none involves the legal complexity of employment and potential unionization of athletes at public and private universities.
—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 June 2026
But unionization usually raises costs for an employer through payroll, legal bills and other fees associated with providing benefits.
—
Jaweed Kaleem,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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“Unionization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unionization. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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