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In the post, the man, or original poster (OP), writes that his wife is a nurse and works long hours (about 36 to 60 hours a week), and has been picking up additional hours due to the hospital being short-staffed.
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Moná Thomas, People.com, 4 June 2025
At another meeting in May 2024, Grippo scolded female employees for not working hard enough, although the team was high-performing and employees worked long hours, the lawsuit said.
—Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
The breathable upper keeps feet cool during long hours of wear, while the cushioned memory foam insole absorbs shock and adds bounce to every step.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 30 May 2025
Their profiles echoed many of ours — young professionals at the very beginning of their careers who chose service over salary, policy over profit, and long hours over recognition.
—Margaux Chetrit, Sun Sentinel, 29 May 2025
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Moná Thomas, People.com, 4 June 2025
At another meeting in May 2024, Grippo scolded female employees for not working hard enough, although the team was high-performing and employees worked long hours, the lawsuit said.
—Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2025
The breathable upper keeps feet cool during long hours of wear, while the cushioned memory foam insole absorbs shock and adds bounce to every step.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 30 May 2025
Their profiles echoed many of ours — young professionals at the very beginning of their careers who chose service over salary, policy over profit, and long hours over recognition.
—Margaux Chetrit, Sun Sentinel, 29 May 2025
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“Long hours.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long%20hours. Accessed 8 Jun. 2025.
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