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as in hiring
to provide with a paying job
a new factory that will employ 500 people
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as in using
to put into action or service
looking for a job in which she can employ her considerable writing skills
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Recent Examples of employing
Creating this distinct sense of place, without employing gimmicky tropes (all too easy to do in a place like Hawaii, where a little puka shell goes a long way), is what makes Hualālai stand out on an island of upscale resorts.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
According to Holly Schiff, PsyD, a licensed clinical psychologist, Gen X'ers are known for employing the helicopter parenting style.
—Brianne Hogan, Parents, 5 Apr. 2026
When employing GenAI tools, one of the biggest concerns voiced to THR by assistants is about the environmental impacts of the energy-draining tech.
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2026
Sargent is the owner of Track Enterprises, the group that NASCAR is employing to ensure that the venue is up to snuff for this weekend.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2026
The 3,000-square-foot hub joins existing URCs in London and Amsterdam, repairing approximately 55,000 items a year for over 35 clothing brands and now employing 51 tailors.
—Fleur Britten, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
The team then recorded the Three-Card Monte performances while employing eye-tracking cameras to measure gaze patterns in each scenario.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 1 Apr. 2026
Margaret Hodge, a former Labour Party member of Parliament, submitted an independent review of the Arts Council England that suggests reform and addresses funding shortfalls by employing a new financial push — which the government has agreed to explore.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The European pharmaceuticals sector is one of the continent’s most successful, employing around 900,000 people and generating a trade surplus of €200 billion.
—Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
According to Holly Schiff, PsyD, a licensed clinical psychologist, Gen X'ers are known for employing the helicopter parenting style.
—Brianne Hogan, Parents, 5 Apr. 2026
When employing GenAI tools, one of the biggest concerns voiced to THR by assistants is about the environmental impacts of the energy-draining tech.
—Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2026
Sargent is the owner of Track Enterprises, the group that NASCAR is employing to ensure that the venue is up to snuff for this weekend.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2026
The 3,000-square-foot hub joins existing URCs in London and Amsterdam, repairing approximately 55,000 items a year for over 35 clothing brands and now employing 51 tailors.
—Fleur Britten, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
The team then recorded the Three-Card Monte performances while employing eye-tracking cameras to measure gaze patterns in each scenario.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 1 Apr. 2026
Margaret Hodge, a former Labour Party member of Parliament, submitted an independent review of the Arts Council England that suggests reform and addresses funding shortfalls by employing a new financial push — which the government has agreed to explore.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The European pharmaceuticals sector is one of the continent’s most successful, employing around 900,000 people and generating a trade surplus of €200 billion.
—Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for employing
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The construction sector, as well as transportation and logistics, also contributed to the surge in hiring.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Right now, the city has paused hiring and spending at Boston Public Schools due to the budget gap there, and a city spokesperson told the Herald in a statement that the mayor is freezing spending to address the city’s shortfall.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a USA Today editor.—
USA Today staff,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Ensure your vehicle is visible to others by using low-beam headlights, which also activate your taillights.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Apr. 2026
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The process for starting a local LifeWise includes steps like gathering signatures from the community, forming a steering committee, requesting the local school district’s approval and ultimately recruiting and training a local team to facilitate it, according to the organization’s website.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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If re-elected, Bolin plans to focus on recruiting and retaining high-quality educators, maintaining a strong financial position and ensuring every student, staff and family feels a sense of belonging within the school’s buildings.—
Jenna Ebbers,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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To review or object to instances where our partners assert a legitimate interest in utilizing your data, please visit our vendors page.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
6 Apr. 2026
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Measles is a highly-contagious virus that can be prevented by utilizing the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine.—
Sofi Zeman
April 6,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2026
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Gardeners should carefully read and follow label instructions and avoid applying treatments when pollinators are most active.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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Doncic’s agent Bill Duffy said in a statement to ESPN that Doncic planned on applying for such a challenge with the reasoning of his child’s birth.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
3 Apr. 2026
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Somewhere along the way, these schemes stopped rewarding loyalty and started exploiting it.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
5 Apr. 2026
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This heinous incident appears to be a deliberate act intended to punish the victim by exploiting her love for her pet.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Employing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/employing. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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