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occupations

Pronunciation: [ˌɑːkjʊˈpeɪʃənz]

Word

Context: "employment"

(noun) the jobs or work that people do to earn money. It's what someone does for a living, like being a teacher, doctor, or artist.

Example

Many occupations require special training, like becoming a nurse.

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Not every person is happy with their occupation; some wish for a different job.

Example

What are some occupations that interest you the most?

Context: "activities"

(noun) the things that people do to spend their time, like hobbies or pastimes. This can include activities like drawing, sports, or reading.

Example

Gardening is one of her favorite occupations during the summer.

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He didn’t have any occupations to keep him busy after school.

Example

What occupations do you think are fun for kids to do?

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