operators

Example Sentences

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But the young women who would have become telephone operators became stenographers, administrative assistants and waitresses instead.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

The Home Office says the extended closures will give investigators more time to gather evidence, pursue prosecutions and identify business owners, while preventing rogue operators from simply reopening and resuming illegal activity.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Following the Staggers Rail Act of 1980, the United States unshackled its railroads, allowing private operators to compete, set market-driven rates and dynamically reinvest in their own infrastructure.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The stadium operators are pushing a measure to gut the city’s billboard program and the deal with WOW.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

While waiting and being transferred through several operators, I organize the stacks of papers and files on the Colonel’s desk.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin