small wage

Frequency: 7.211.0 per million words

A wage that is low in amount.

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Examples (10)

  • It's difficult to support a family on such a small wage.
  • Despite working long hours, she only received a small wage.
  • Many entry-level jobs offer a relatively small wage at first.
  • He had to take on a second job to supplement his small wage.
  • The union is fighting for better pay, as members are tired of earning a small wage.
  • With a small wage, saving money for the future became a huge challenge.
  • The company was criticized for paying its employees a small wage.
  • Even with a small wage, he managed to send some money back home every month.
  • During the economic downturn, many people were forced to accept a small wage.
  • A small wage often leads to financial stress and insecurity.