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as in hiring
to provide with a paying job
a new factory that will employ 500 people
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as in using
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 employing
The show also includes looks that are really about preserving the performer’s face and employing subtle transformations via stubble or smaller prosthetic pieces.
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Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 4 June 2026
But luckily, Robert and Michelle King's The Good Wife spinoff is used to employing stage actors like Wendell Pierce, Carra Patterson, Christian Borle, Lindsay Mendez and Micaela Diamond.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
The demo included discussion of using AI for image generation and animation, and of employing Adobe and AI workflows to translate simple mood boards and text prompts into high-quality images and video.
—Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 1 June 2026
This idea contrasts with the notion that AI could be a money-saver as opposed to employing a legion of human staffers, who come with costly salaries, benefits, and PTO.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 1 June 2026
Construction projects like Hudson Yards, are massive, multi-billion $, decade-long initiatives, employing hundreds of companies and thousands of people.
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
First, Congress should create a medical readiness partnership tax credit available to any employing organization that releases a physician for military service.
—Robert Krasner, STAT, 1 June 2026
The person said the idea of employing local law enforcement to help with monitoring is aimed at ensuring compliance with the quarantine and to have a person well suited for the task do so, which could also include a local health worker instead.
—Arkansas Online, 31 May 2026
Tourism is a mainstay of Nepal’s economy, employing about a million people.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 4 June 2026
But luckily, Robert and Michelle King's The Good Wife spinoff is used to employing stage actors like Wendell Pierce, Carra Patterson, Christian Borle, Lindsay Mendez and Micaela Diamond.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
The demo included discussion of using AI for image generation and animation, and of employing Adobe and AI workflows to translate simple mood boards and text prompts into high-quality images and video.
—Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 1 June 2026
This idea contrasts with the notion that AI could be a money-saver as opposed to employing a legion of human staffers, who come with costly salaries, benefits, and PTO.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 1 June 2026
Construction projects like Hudson Yards, are massive, multi-billion $, decade-long initiatives, employing hundreds of companies and thousands of people.
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
First, Congress should create a medical readiness partnership tax credit available to any employing organization that releases a physician for military service.
—Robert Krasner, STAT, 1 June 2026
The person said the idea of employing local law enforcement to help with monitoring is aimed at ensuring compliance with the quarantine and to have a person well suited for the task do so, which could also include a local health worker instead.
—Arkansas Online, 31 May 2026
Tourism is a mainstay of Nepal’s economy, employing about a million people.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for employing
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Advertisement Hancock had interacted with Parker professionally, hiring her for photography work.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
12 June 2026
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One of the more interesting ways that the DGA sought to protect jobs for career directors was by establishing guidelines with the studios for hiring multi-hyphenates for a single project.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
12 June 2026
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Tabbed nothing less than the golden generation, they were meant to grow a sport that long had roots but never could quite blossom, using the soil of their own country to do it.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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Some players such as wide receiver Davante Adams have tagged Donald on Instagram stories, making what appear to be recruiting pitches.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
9 June 2026
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In addition, the new system routes incoming calls to the closest of the county’s three call centers, switching automatically to another county center if any one should become flooded with calls, and even recruiting nearby counties in the rare event all three county centers are overwhelmed.—
Rafael Olmeda,
Sun Sentinel,
9 June 2026
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Structural landscaping forms the literal and financial foundation of an outdoor investment, utilizing elements that define the shape, flow, and long-term function of the land.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2026
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Using certain donations Jung and Walsh are both utilizing the county's Citizens' Election Fund.—
Dennis Valera,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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In addition to rinsing off aphids, applying a soapy water solution can help get them out of your garden.—
Abby Monteil,
The Spruce,
12 June 2026
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To recreate the look, begin by applying styling gel to your hair and then part it in the middle.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
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Researchers have described humans as highly omnivorous, exploiting a wide range of plant, animal and fungal foods across environments as disparate as the Arctic tundra and equatorial rainforest.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Traditionally, the oldest fires are believed to be the result of exploiting natural fires.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
6 June 2026
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“Employing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/employing. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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