contractor
Example Sentences
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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
McCawley added that the dismissal of the harassment claims was based on the court’s determination that Lively was an independent contractor rather than an employee, not a finding that the alleged conduct did not occur.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
Its service module, providing propulsion and power, was developed by the European Space Agency, with Airbus serving as lead contractor.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
There she meets Scott Hipwell, an independent IT contractor who is friendly with the restaurant manager, and the two of them hit it off.
From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.