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What does 'GS' refer to in the text?
What does 'GS' refer to in the text?
What is the highest rank held by only five African-American females within the Secret Service?
What is the highest rank held by only five African-American females within the Secret Service?
What new requirement did FIS announce in 2012 regarding GS skis?
What new requirement did FIS announce in 2012 regarding GS skis?
In what context is the term 'GS' used to refer to a beautiful young woman?
In what context is the term 'GS' used to refer to a beautiful young woman?
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What does 'GS' represent in the phrase 'I figured it wise but had the uncomfortable picture of a GS representative'?
What does 'GS' represent in the phrase 'I figured it wise but had the uncomfortable picture of a GS representative'?
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Study Notes
GS Abbreviation Meanings
- 'GS' can refer to the General Schedule, a pay scale system used by the US federal government.
- In the context of the US Secret Service, 'GS' is a rank held by only five African-American females.
- In the context of skiing, 'GS' refers to Giant Slalom, a type of ski competition; in 2012, FIS announced a new requirement for GS skis.
- In an informal context, 'GS' is used as a term of endearment to refer to a beautiful young woman.
- In the phrase 'I figured it wise but had the uncomfortable picture of a GS representative', 'GS' likely refers to a company or organization, with 'GS representative' being an employee or agent of that entity.
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Test your knowledge of the General Schedule (GS) job classification system with this quiz. Learn about the GS scale and its usage in the Civil Service, and see examples of its application in different contexts.
