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operator

[op-uh-rey-ter] / ˈɒp əˌreɪ tər /
NOUN
one who operates a machine
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NOUN
one who operates workable property
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NOUN
manipulator
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NOUN
controller
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Six Flags Entertainment Corp. reported 2025 earnings and revenue that were slightly ahead of analyst estimates as the amusement park operator works to rebound from lackluster attendance.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Shares of Caesars Entertainment rose Thursday, after the Nevada-based casino operator agreed to be acquired by Fertitta Entertainment in an all-cash deal valued at nearly $18 billion, including debt.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

The market expects at least one more 25-basis-point rise by the end of 2026, according to pricing data compiled by the market operator.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The data-center operator late Tuesday announced it has entered into a $1.6 billion purchase agreement with Dell Technologies for Nvidia’s air-cooled Blackwell systems to support a previously announced five-year $3.4 billion AI cloud contract.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

“I hope you and your family have a pleasant flight on TWA, Mr. Winter,” said the operator cheerily, and hung up.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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