work-to-rule

Definition of "work-to-rule"
  1. It is a strategy where employees adhere strictly to the rules of their job in order to slow down work progress
How to use "work-to-rule" in a sentence
  1. The workers initiated a work-to-rule campaign due to dissatisfaction with management decision.
  2. The union has threatened a work-to-rule action if the pay increase is not approved.
  3. The company suffered from a production slowdown due to employees' work-to-rule strategy.

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