tradesperson

Example Sentences

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As a self-employed tradesperson, Des says he saw the advert as an opportunity to "earn a few extra bob" before Christmas in a short period of time while his own business wasn't busy.

From BBC • Nov. 23, 2024

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