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employed

[em-ploid] / ɛmˈplɔɪd /


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But even by those standards, the scenes of Jesus Christ and Sonic the Hedgehog racing past security guards employed by the Church of Scientology in recent days were a little bizarre.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Jones served as James's personal coach during the 2022–2023 season after the star joined the Lakers, without being employed by the team.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

They said their search for the perfect property has been "very difficult", and has been made harder, said Jaime, because he is self employed.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Arbitrators who are employed time and time again by the same companies with a large number of contracts that require arbitration may be loath to rule against them and lose out on their next paycheck.

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026

“Yes, my parents are employed at the music conservatory. My sister went to America. I’m desperate to join her.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin