fair wage

noun

: a wage that is reasonable for the type of work done

The workers claim that they are not being paid fair wages.

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Discussing wages with colleagues is a straightforward and powerful method for ensuring fair wages and reducing the gender pay gap. —

Kim Elsesser, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 The Hawaiian Dock Strike of 1949, in particular, highlighted workers’ demands for fair wages and better conditions. —

Jeremy Yurow, USA TODAY, 31 Oct. 2024 Labor Day is celebrated to recognize the achievements of the United States labor movement in the late 19th Century when American workers began to form labor unions and advocate for better working conditions, reasonable hours and fair wages, according to USA TODAY. —

Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Aug. 2024 Nearly 80 Casa Bonita employees are trying to form a labor union to establish better safety standards, fair wages and greater benefits. —

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