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self-employed

[self-em-ploid, self-] / ˈsɛlf ɛmˈplɔɪd, ˌsɛlf- /
ADJECTIVE
freelance
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I’m self-employed, running a small consulting business through my own LLC.

From MarketWatch Sep. 12, 2026

Hossein Moazami, 50, who is self-employed, called the attacks "truly distressing."

From Barron's Sep. 3, 2026

Earlier this year, after a year and a half of challenges finding work, self-employed management consultant Grace Gravestock decided to both seek and promote some AI bona fides.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 13, 2026

A food bank that offers free school uniforms has said that full time and self-employed professionals are among those relying on its support.

From BBC Aug. 6, 2026

Scaramouche, a self-employed painter, was one of the best tennis players among people of colour in Johannesburg.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane




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