as in customer
a person who buys a product or uses a service from a business
a law firm soliciting new clients through television advertising
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Recent Examples of client
Defense lawyers are seeking to capitalize by demanding speedy trials for clients and filing other motions that require responses from prosecutors.
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ABC News, 19 Feb. 2026
Tuesday, an avalanche swept away a group of 15 backcountry skiers — 11 clients and four guides.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 19 Feb. 2026
The earliest versions were made to each client’s specifications—Warner’s were a bit smaller than average, for example, to better suit the exec’s shorter stature.
—Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026
The actress’ look was curated by stylist Holly White, who also counts Ella Purnell and Allison Oliver among her clients.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 19 Feb. 2026
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ABC News, 19 Feb. 2026
Tuesday, an avalanche swept away a group of 15 backcountry skiers — 11 clients and four guides.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 19 Feb. 2026
The earliest versions were made to each client’s specifications—Warner’s were a bit smaller than average, for example, to better suit the exec’s shorter stature.
—Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026
The actress’ look was curated by stylist Holly White, who also counts Ella Purnell and Allison Oliver among her clients.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 19 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for client
Recent Examples of Synonyms for client
Noun
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His customers come from all walks of life, from all backgrounds, of all races.—
Andrés Soto,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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The scandal dates to 2013, when a new DWP billing system issued erroneous bills to thousands of customers, including a Van Nuys couple billed nearly $52,000.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In addition to art, food and drink, festival patrons can enjoy live entertainment and see a sand sculpture at Boxi Park.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Feb. 2026
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No extra parking is being built for Ikea, but patrons can use the existing Helms Bakery lots across Venice Boulevard, Marks said.—
Iris Kwok,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Rosarian speaks on year-round rose care, guests invited The Del Mar Rose Society will host Natalie Stout, consulting Rosarian from the American Rose Society, past president of the San Diego Rose Society, and co-chair of the 2027 San Diego Rose Symposium.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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While food options tend to cater for more refined taste buds, staff are committed to sourcing anything younger guests may request.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Client.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/client. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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