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contractor

[kon-trak-ter, kuhn-trak-ter] / ˈkɒn træk tər, kənˈtræk tər /
NOUN
builder
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The major federal contractor maintained its full-year guidance and doubled down on its free cash flow target.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

The San Francisco-based company said Tuesday that it is investigating “a report claiming unauthorized access” to Mythos through a third-party contractor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

The Fluor Corporation is a major defense contractor.

From Slate • Apr. 22, 2026

A VA contractor has applied to the state for tax credits to turn it into housing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

“Let the contractor pick the day,” they quipped.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen




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