karoshi
Definitions
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- noun Death, such as from heart attack or stroke, brought on by overwork or job-related stress.
Examples
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The problem has become so widespread that the Japanese even have a word, 'karoshi,' which means 'death from overwork.'
Thomas Stern: A Kick in the Career: Amazing True Stories of Death by Overtime
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Sudden deaths from brain and heart disorders are classified as karoshi if linked to extremely long hours and on-the-job stress.
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The number of deaths, usually through strokes or heart attacks, in Japan that are classified as 'karoshi' has been hovering at around 150 annually in recent years, according to ministry data.
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Promote a work/life balance for all Americans instead of a karoshi treadmill.
Note
To avoid 'karoshi,' a salaryman or office lady may commit 'datsusara,' the act of quitting one's job to find more fulfilling work.
