Meaning of "Messenger Prison"
This term refers to the harsh working conditions in which work-related messaging apps constantly buzz with instructions and updates even after work hours or on days off, encroaching on personal time.
"After hearing that I was stuck in messenger hell until 10 p.m. every night last week, I decided to ask the company for a clarification on our working hours."
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