tradesperson

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They are also quieter than portable units, but they do entail larger upfront costs and need to be installed by a professional tradesperson.

From BBC • Jul. 9, 2026

When the now-retiring baby boomers began working, Basu said, “there was the notion that being a blue-collar tradesperson was a solid and secure path to prosperity.”

From Seattle Times • Jun. 1, 2023

According to insurer Direct Line, a tool is stolen from a tradesperson every 17 minutes in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2023

If you’re in agriculture today, you’re driving a $250,000 tractor, a $500,000 combine, you’re a skilled tradesperson.

From Time • Dec. 11, 2014

Serving up a brew might not sound very rock'n'roll, but it chimes with a certain image of the British roadie: a reputable, methodical tradesperson who just happens to wear a Zildjian T-shirt instead of overalls.

From The Guardian • Dec. 12, 2012