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B2 – Upper Intermediate The gig economy refers to a labor market where short-term, flexible, or freelance jobs are more common than permanent, full-time positions. Workers in this system, often called gig workers, take on temporary tasks or projects through digital platforms or direct contracts instead of traditional employment arrangements. This type of work has […]