as in to hire
to provide with a paying job
thousands of recent immigrants were recruited to build the nation's rail system
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as in apprentice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
the skydiving instructor and other experienced jumpers tried to encourage the new recruits on their first jump
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Recent Examples of recruit
Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2026
She was recruited in 2002 as the company’s 11th employee.
—Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 20 June 2026
Connor Riley, AJC.com, 18 June 2026
Evidence has shown that young recruits are much more vulnerable to severe infection from influenza compared to other service members, though lower than the general population due to the military having historically high immunization rates.
—Luis Martinez, ABC News, 18 June 2026
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Verb
School Board members are especially interested in affordable-housing options as a way to recruit and retain teachers.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2026
She was recruited in 2002 as the company’s 11th employee.
—Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 20 June 2026
Noun
Of the Bulldogs’ 17 commitments at the moment, 10 are 3-star recruits, according to the 247Sports Composite rankings.
—Connor Riley, AJC.com, 18 June 2026
Evidence has shown that young recruits are much more vulnerable to severe infection from influenza compared to other service members, though lower than the general population due to the military having historically high immunization rates.
—Luis Martinez, ABC News, 18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recruit
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Unfortunately, Daemon’s hired assassins killed Aegon’s young son Jaehaerys instead so any real possibility for a family reconciliation was lost.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The firm says inflation, oil prices and cautious hiring are likely to lead to even fewer jobs this year, resulting in the lowest summer hiring total for teens since the federal government began tracking it in 1948.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 June 2026
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Kieran, his young apprentice, is learning fast.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
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In 1811, The Nottingham Review newspaper recorded what's believed to be the first historical mention of the fictitious Ludd character, described as a framework knitting apprentice near Leicester.—
Emma Bowman,
NPR,
19 June 2026
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Many California counties do not employ a single defense investigator who can interview witnesses, review police reports, visit crime scenes and retrieve video surveillance footage.—
Anat Rubin,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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Though Olson had no defensive chances, the incident highlighted the extreme measures the Braves are employing to navigate their extensive injury woes and depth limitations this season.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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This makes these spots good for young anglers and novices as well as those with mobility challenges.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
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Democrats in Maine, meanwhile, have nominated Graham Platner, a political novice whose grassroots campaign and brash communication style propelled him to a decisive victory over the state’s Democratic governor, Janet Mills, who remained on the ballot but suspended her campaign in April.—
Charlie Hunt,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
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Oklahoma’s bats remained scorching hot, racking up 12 hits - including five more home runs - and got a quality start from freshman Nick Wesloski.—
Hunter DeLauder,
AJC.com,
18 June 2026
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Graves made first team All-WCC and was named the league’s freshman and sixth man of the year.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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But there’s no denying the global impact the newcomers had on the band, especially Nicks, who would go on to have a successful solo career as well.—
Suzanne Van Atten,
AJC.com,
21 June 2026
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The completion of Gulf State Park’s many recreation areas, trails, and new lodge and cottages have only upped the ante for longtime visitors and newcomers.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
21 June 2026
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Ticket to Ride is a beginner-friendly route-building game across a map of cities.—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
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From beginner builds to advanced display-worthy creations, there are deals across every price point.—
Casey DelBasso,
ABC News,
23 June 2026
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On Tuesday, the first round will take place as 30 rookies join the NBA.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
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While first-round picks are slotted into salaries through the NBA’s rookie scale, there isn’t as much structure with second-round selections.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
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“Recruit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recruit. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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