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Definition of «grievance»

A grievance is a complaint or problem that someone has, typically related to their employment. It can also refer to any kind of complaint or objection made by an individual or group about something they perceive as unfair or wrong. Grievances may be addressed through formal processes such as union negotiations or employee dispute resolution procedures.

Usage examples

  1. Alice filed a grievance against her co-worker for constantly interrupting her during team meetings.
  2. The employees expressed their grievances about the excessive workload during a meeting with the management.
  3. The client wrote a letter to the company's customer service department to address their grievance regarding a defective product.
  4. John scheduled a meeting with his supervisor to discuss his grievance about the unfair distribution of work among the team members.
  5. The union representatives raised several grievances on behalf of the workers, including issues related to safety and wages.

Phrases with «grievance»

Sentences with «grievance»

  • Form A-20, Appeal of Grievance Committee (or Hearing Panel) Dismissal or Appeal of Classification of Arbitration Request (nar.realtor)
  • How you handle yourself when airing grievances with your partner will have a direct impact on how they treat you. (marriage.com)
  • The Players Union filed grievances against ownership following each offseason — respectively dubbed Collusion I, II, and III — and an arbitrator sided with the players in each case. (sbnation.com)
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