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contractor

[kon-trak-ter, kuhn-trak-ter] / ˈkɒn træk tər, kənˈtræk tər /
NOUN
builder
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The ethical question was a factor in Maven's early years, when Google was the program's original AI contractor.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

The company has reportedly become Maven's primary technology contractor, and its AI now forms the operational backbone of the program.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Officials recommended choosing more premium fit-out design and wall finishes from the options presented by the chosen contractor.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The company, which incorporated in 2020 and is based in Caldwell, appears to provide contractor services for tiling work.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

“Things were normal until Port Harcourt fell. I was an army contractor, and I had a license to import stockfish. I’m in Orlu now. I’m in charge of a refugee camp there.”

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie