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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Dozens of bills targeting universities and state governments drafted by anti-DEI think tanks and foundations are part of a broader backlash against the DEI initiatives embraced after George Floyd’s 2020 murder to redress historic patterns of discrimination and exclusion in the workplace.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 16 May 2025
During economic uncertainty, ensure your workplace culture and employee morale are supported, acknowledged, and clearly communicated, and regularly communicate your company’s values and priorities.
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Press coverage at the time of Alexander’s death focused in part on her operation of Anger Room, a business in Dallas where customers could alleviate stress by smashing items in rooms made to look like a workplace or a living area.
—Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2025
Essentially, what’s normal workplace behavior versus what’s not will depend a lot on your industry and particular work environment.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 15 May 2025
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Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 16 May 2025
During economic uncertainty, ensure your workplace culture and employee morale are supported, acknowledged, and clearly communicated, and regularly communicate your company’s values and priorities.
—Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Press coverage at the time of Alexander’s death focused in part on her operation of Anger Room, a business in Dallas where customers could alleviate stress by smashing items in rooms made to look like a workplace or a living area.
—Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2025
Essentially, what’s normal workplace behavior versus what’s not will depend a lot on your industry and particular work environment.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 15 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 21 May. 2025.
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