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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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The port operator has no major asset exposure to the core Persian Gulf region, limiting any drag from the Middle East conflict, she adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The operator said its network was "critical" last weekend, after a series of issues left four ferries needing repairs while four others were under annual maintenance.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Amazon has been in lengthy talks with both Globalstar and Apple, which holds a 20% stake in the satellite operator, the media outlet reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Meanwhile, shares of fellow tower operator Crown Castle finished the session 4.9% higher at $84.73 apiece.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

But the hotel operator told Dasch that neither Quirin nor Heinck was staying there.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple