builder

Example Sentences

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The longtime prime minister proved to be a better entertainer than he was a builder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

A common rule of thumb for builder investors is buy the stocks when they trade at one-times book value and sell at two-times book value.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

The author is a community builder, writer and yoga teacher.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Decades ago, the original builder had entombed old construction debris instead of hauling it away.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

As soon as she was able to work again, Doc Thompson hired out Harriet and her father, Ben, to John Stewart, a builder.

From "Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad" by Ann Petry