firing
word · lemma: fire
Definition
The act of making someone leave their job. It can also mean shooting a gun or causing something to start burning, depending on the context.
Usage & Nuances
Most often, 'firing' refers to losing a job and is common in workplace contexts: 'a firing', 'firing employees'. It is stronger and more direct than 'layoff', which usually suggests job cuts for business reasons. In other contexts, 'firing' commonly appears in 'firing a gun' or 'firing up a grill/engine'.
Example Sentences
We heard the firing of guns in the distance.
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The company announced the firing of two managers.
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The firing of the oven takes only a few minutes.
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After the firing, morale in the office dropped fast.
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The video clearly shows the firing of the first shot.
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He handled the firing badly, and now the whole team is upset.
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