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freelance

[free-lans, -lans] / ˈfriˌlæns, -ˈlæns /
ADJECTIVE
independent
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She was a full-time reporter covering the brokerage industry for Dow Jones Newswires for four years before her freelance career, contributing regularly to national media, including The Wall Street Journal and Barron's.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026

In its Thursday disclosure, the Chaoyang government said Liu, a Beijing resident, was a freelance worker who lived alone following a divorce.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

A temporary job, part-time work, freelance assignments or an internship can help you earn money and expand your network while you continue to scout for your forever career.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Engy Elboreini, a freelance graphic designer from Bristol, says she has had to diversify her work as the industry changes.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

“He worked for himself. He was a freelance junk hauler and got paid by the job.”

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen




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