How to Use "Boss" with Example Sentences

boss (n): the person who is in charge of other people at a company or business

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Used with adjectives:

"We'll have to ask the big boss for permission."
(big)

"He's a crime boss."
(crime, union)

"We have a fair boss."
(fair, unfair, strict, mean, supportive)

Used with verbs:

"He asked his boss for a raise."
(asked)

"Our boss fired the new employee."
(fired, terminated, suspended, hired)

"Our boss is interviewing new applicants."
(be + interviewing, be + meeting)

Used with nouns:

"Our boss gave him a raise."
(raise, promotion, bonus, demotion)