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the process of contractions and cervical dilation that leads to childbirth
Labor is the process of giving birth, where the uterus tightens and relaxes to help push the baby out. It happens in three stages: first, the cervix opens and the tightening and relaxing starts; second, the cervix continues to open and the tightening and relaxing becomes stronger; and third, the baby moves through the birth canal and is born, followed by the delivery of the placenta, which is the organ that provided nutrients and oxygen to the baby during pregnancy. The process helps guide the baby from the womb to the outside world.
- Labor involves the uterus contracting to deliver the baby.
- The expectant mother felt the onset of labor with rhythmic contractions.
- The doctor monitored the progress of labor during regular checkups.
- Breathing exercises help women cope with the pain during labor.
- Labor typically concludes with the delivery of the baby and placenta.
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work, particularly difficult physical work
- The construction workers performed hours of hard labor under the scorching sun.
- The farm relied on seasonal labor to harvest the crops efficiently.
- He found the manual labor at the factory exhausting but rewarding.
- The labor involved in building the new bridge required strength and endurance.
- She hired additional labor to help with the extensive renovations on her house.
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a group of moles considered as a unit or colony
- A labor of moles dug tunnels across the garden.
- The farmer noticed a labor near the edge of the field.
- A labor of moles had disturbed the flower beds.
- The labor moved silently beneath the ground.
- We marked the spots where a labor had surfaced.
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the social class of people who perform manual work or work for wages
- Labor demands shorter hours and safer workplaces.
- The factory employed hundreds of labor.
- The rights of labor are protected under various laws.
- She came from a family of labor.
- Labor contributed significantly to the industrial expansion.
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any work, effort, or task carried out or attempted
- She was praised for her labor in organizing the event.
- The project required considerable labor to complete.
- The invention saved hours of labor.
- The success of the festival depended on collective labor.
- His labor on the report took all week.
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the federal department in the United States responsible for promoting and regulating working conditions and protecting wage earners
- Labor issued new guidelines for fair employment practices.
- The Department of Labor oversees workplace safety standards.
- She applied for a grant through the Department of Labor.
- Labor enforces minimum wage and overtime regulations.
- Labor publishes reports on employment trends.
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a political party in Great Britain, founded in 1900, advocating for workers' rights and social reforms, historically including the socialization of key industries
- The Labour Party won the election with a focus on social welfare.
- Labour policies emphasize healthcare, education, and worker protections.
- He joined the Labour Party to support labor's interests.
- Labour formed a coalition government after the vote.
- Labour leaders campaigned for improved working conditions.
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organized efforts by workers, especially through unions, to improve conditions, wages, or rights
- Labor organized a strike to demand higher pay.
- He dedicated his life to labor advocacy.
- The labor movement achieved significant reforms in the 20th century.
- Workers rallied to support labor's initiatives.
- Labor coordinated collective action across industries.
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