contractor
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If a supermarket chain or its refrigeration contractor didn’t change the password, that would create a gaping security hole.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 4, 2026
While the defense contractor saw its revenue almost double year-on-year, with a strong operating margin and earnings, the company also posted a slowdown in multiple bookings metrics.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 3, 2026
McNeil told jurors in his evidence that he had experience with animals, having worked in the past with his father, who is a retired agricultural contractor.
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
Long Beach Utilities rerouted the sewage flow with a bypass line and called in emergency contractor Ocean Blue to assist with spill cleanup efforts.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026
“Let the contractor pick the day,” they quipped.
From "Typical American" by Gish Jen
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He said his dad had moved the lorry closer to where contractors were erecting a shed to tip the load when the grab arm hit the power line.
From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026
Both companies rely on independent contractors to shop and deliver goods to customers through an app.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026
It said 2,600 Enedis technicians and contractors were working to re-establish power.
From Barron's ● Oct. 25, 2026
Full-service Instacart shoppers are generally independent contractors, paid by the batch rather than a guaranteed hourly wage, with earnings varying according to the order, distance, demand and tips.
From Salon ● Oct. 25, 2026
Out-of-state police could not make arrests, Kathy discovered, so on any arrest, a local officer had to be present along with any Guardsmen or contractors.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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