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
The first trial featured extensive testimony about Murdaugh stealing millions of dollars from vulnerable clients and his own law firm.
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Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Our grooming salon clients receive a 10% discount.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Eichorn's attorney stated Thursday his client has no criminal history, is dealing with medical issues — including carpal tunnel syndrome — and has a divorce hearing coming up in June.
—Frankie McLister, CBS News, 14 May 2026
Citing its client base of hundreds of thousands of people (though without providing specifics), Registered Agents also provides a snapshot of entrepreneurship sentiment.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 14 May 2026
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Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Our grooming salon clients receive a 10% discount.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Eichorn's attorney stated Thursday his client has no criminal history, is dealing with medical issues — including carpal tunnel syndrome — and has a divorce hearing coming up in June.
—Frankie McLister, CBS News, 14 May 2026
Citing its client base of hundreds of thousands of people (though without providing specifics), Registered Agents also provides a snapshot of entrepreneurship sentiment.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for client
Noun
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Having overseen the game tent for many years, Cornelius knew just the thing to say in order to goad the customers into buying tickets.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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Moving forward, the company plans to focus heavily on operational excellence and reinvesting in its global operations, customer partnerships and signature brand innovations.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
20 May 2026
Noun
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But no matter the prodding, Terminus never wanted the patrons to feel cheated, so the games, while tricky, were winnable, and the prizes reasonable and fair.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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Its appointment-only showrooms in NoHo and Midtown are each equipped with full bars, so that patrons can deliberate over their ideal garment while nursing a cocktail on tap.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
20 May 2026
Noun
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Beyond keeping bugs away from your guests and food, the zapper also cuts down on the need for bug sprays, which can leave behind strong smells or residue.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
20 May 2026
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Seven of the rooms are designed to accommodate guests with reduced mobility or any kind of disability.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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“Client.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/client. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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