skilled

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They don’t want to fire people now and then be forced to hire again if the economy improves, particularly with skilled talent hard to find.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

He said he would be making about $25 an hour, had he not moved into a higher-paying skilled trades role.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

"This policy will have no noticeable impact on highly qualified applicants and skilled professionals who have followed the law," the official added.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Health Minister Stephen Kinnock said the government is "making the most of our highly skilled pharmacists, while boosting access to services and giving patients more care right on their doorstep".

From BBC • May 29, 2026

His strong, skilled fingers shaped the signs with loving precision.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers