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Temporary Worker

Description:

A temporary worker, commonly known as a temp, is an individual hired on a short-term basis to fulfill a specific role or complete a particular task within an organization. Temporary workers are engaged by companies for a fixed period, usually to cover for staff absences, project-based work, or seasonal demands.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A person employed on a temporary basis.
2. A worker provided by a staffing agency or hired directly by a company for a limited time.

Usages:

Popular Usage: Temporary workers are often hired during holiday seasons to cope with increased customer demands.

Local Usage: In the construction industry, temporary workers are frequently employed for short-term projects to assist with various manual tasks.

Sample Sentences:

1. The company hired temporary workers to handle the sudden surge in customer service queries during the sale season.

2. Sarah worked as a temporary worker in several different offices before landing a permanent job.

3. The staffing agency provided a skilled temporary worker to fill in for the regular office administrator who was on maternity leave.

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