as in engaged
involved in often constant activity
insisted that the children be employed in some useful activity, even during school vacations
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as in hired
to provide with a paying job
a new factory that will employ 500 people
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as in used
to put into action or service
looking for a job in which she can employ her considerable writing skills
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Recent Examples of employed
Greg Evans, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
Franjou employed a wrapping technique, which involved enveloping raw linen fibers with a finer thread — sometimes repeating the gesture a hundred times until the fiber is completely set.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
On average, Cincinnati State graduates earn roughly $20,000 more per year than employed high school graduates in the Greater Cincinnati region.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2025
Ideally, applicants should be employed or have ties to the country, such as property ownership.
—Alex Ledsom, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
This individual was not employed by the company at the time of the incident.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
He is not employed by a hospital or health system.
—Audrey Dutton, Idaho Statesman, 3 Sep. 2025
More than 100 crewmembers were employed, the majority of whom were Canadians flown in on a private jet rented from the Toronto Maple Leafs.
—Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
Spirit said wages and benefits will continue to be paid and honored for those employed by the airline, including contractors.
—Shivansh Tiwary, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025
Verb
Disney Theatrical has employed 10,000 entertainment professionals since its inception.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
Franjou employed a wrapping technique, which involved enveloping raw linen fibers with a finer thread — sometimes repeating the gesture a hundred times until the fiber is completely set.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
On average, Cincinnati State graduates earn roughly $20,000 more per year than employed high school graduates in the Greater Cincinnati region.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2025
Ideally, applicants should be employed or have ties to the country, such as property ownership.
—Alex Ledsom, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
This individual was not employed by the company at the time of the incident.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
He is not employed by a hospital or health system.
—Audrey Dutton, Idaho Statesman, 3 Sep. 2025
More than 100 crewmembers were employed, the majority of whom were Canadians flown in on a private jet rented from the Toronto Maple Leafs.
—Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
Spirit said wages and benefits will continue to be paid and honored for those employed by the airline, including contractors.
—Shivansh Tiwary, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for employed
Adjective
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Tug-of-war also channels a dog’s natural instincts of capturing prey, keeping them engaged.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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Swift and Travis, both 35, became engaged in August 2023.—
Ilana Kaplan,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In the film — her first since portraying opera diva Maria Callas in last year’s Maria — the Oscar winner, 50, stars as Maxine, an American film director hired to make a video for a Paris fashion event amid being diagnosed with breast cancer and navigating a divorce.—
Eric Andersson,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Yet, the defense was a reflection of what new coordinator Al Golden promised and has spoken about at every opportunity possible since he was hired.—
Paul Dehner Jr,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Video refereeing was used 39 times on the first day of the season, with one red card being corrected and three goals disallowed for offside.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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The Broncos used big play after big play to amass a silly-sounding 637 yards of offense and consistently thrill the Albertsons Stadium crowd of 32,887 — officially the ninth home sellout in a row.—
Jim Keyser,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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If a separate closet or dresser outside the bathroom is unavailable to you, then Trosclair advises being diligent in cycling through your linens and washing them regularly to fight any mildewing, molding, or weathering from the moisture.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
2 Sep. 2025
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Look and Life passed on the story of the My Lai massacre (originally called the Pinkville massacre), but thanks to the diligent startup Dispatch News Service, an alternative news agency, Hersh’s exposé made it onto the front pages of more than 30 papers across the country.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Former Rangers goalkeeping coach Colin Stewart was recruited this summer as goalkeeper development and pathway lead — a key link between the academy and senior set-ups.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Cassellius has since recruited new leaders over operations, human resources, communications and academics.—
Rory Linnane,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Other businesses use the production space The kitchen space is also utilized by Bleu Sheep Charcuterie, To Your Health Juicery, Ay Chihuahua Coffee, and Doorstep Peppers.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Hunter is a unique and rare player who is likely to be utilized in many facets of the game.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Panouses advises his clients to use intermediaries where possible and claim their prizes on busy news days, such as Election Day, to avoid coverage.—
Safiyah Riddle,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Sep. 2025
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This ought to be enough to keep you busy for a little while.—
Neil Sperry,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Remove any yellowing with a paste of lemon juice and baking soda applied to affected areas.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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Credits will be automatically applied to upcoming PG&E bills for electricity used in August.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Employed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/employed. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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