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Toxic workplace
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<p>A “toxic workplace” is a colloquial <a href="/facts/Metaphor/xwsLaqJI">metaphor</a> used to describe a place of work, usually an office environment, that is marked by significant personal conflicts between those who work there. A toxic work environment has a negative impact on an organization's productivity and viability. This type of environment can be detrimental to both the effectiveness of the workplace and the well-being of its employees. </p>