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as in to rent
to take or get the temporary use of (something) for a set sum
the Youngs hired a limousine for their daughter's wedding
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2
as in to employ
to provide with a paying job
the farm hires teenagers to pick blueberries in the summer
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as in employ
the state of being provided with a paying job
he spent most of his career in the hire of high-paying defense contractors
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2
as in salary
the money paid regularly to a person for labor or services
used to mow lawns for hire
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Recent Examples of hire
Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 26 May 2025
We were hired to rebuild belongingand a sense of community in schools, engaging with students, faculty, administrators andparents.
—Steven P. Dinkin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 May 2025
Max Meyer, New York Times, 20 May 2025
That was one of the most dramatic hires at the time.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 19 May 2025
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Verb
Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent maker Cameron Pictures has hired Karen Tsang as Vice President of Creative Affairs.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 26 May 2025
We were hired to rebuild belongingand a sense of community in schools, engaging with students, faculty, administrators andparents.
—Steven P. Dinkin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 May 2025
Noun
Unfortunately, the excitement surrounding the huge hire has faded, as most of the news surrounding Belichick this offseason hasn’t been about football; instead, it’s been regarding his relationship with his 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson.
—Max Meyer, New York Times, 20 May 2025
That was one of the most dramatic hires at the time.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hire
Verb
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There are 51 overall with 31 available to rent ranging from cliffside suites to seven-bedroom estates such as the new 9.513 square foot Wings which is on the market for $32.5 million but also available to rent by the week and has six freestanding bedrooms each with its own plunge pool.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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Go big and rent a jet ski or pontoon boat, or take things down a notch with a kayak or standup paddleboard—all of which are available through Young Harris Water Sports & RV.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
Verb
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As of March 2025, Burberry employed approximately 8,700 people, nearly 500 fewer than the 9,200 employed in 2024.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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China has been employing its navy to further expand its military reach and presence, challenging America's naval dominance in the Pacific Ocean.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Limiting employment authorization for OPT or STEM OPT to only when students carry their full course load would cause these numbers to plummet and significantly reduce the number of international students who gain H-1B status, including by eliminating STEM OPT, which follows the completion of OPT.—
Stuart Anderson,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Most people think of university faculty jobs as prestigious, as employment that comes with good pay, benefits and strong protections.—
Joseph Babcock,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 May 2025
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While many observers may have focused on the financial aspects of the deal — reports put his new salary as high as $20 million per year — Smith was more interested in new freedoms.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
27 May 2025
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Now, some residents and local leaders are worried about the economic consequences of an exodus of federal workers and their salaries.—
Katheryn Houghton,
NPR,
26 May 2025
Verb
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But Atkins also felt the impact that the transfer portal has had on recruiting, particularly for incoming freshmen.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
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She’s unexpectedly recruited by the brilliant but reclusive Fujitani to join Tenblank, where their rise to fame is complicated by personal secrets and industry challenges.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 May 2025
Noun
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No tax on tips, overtime Tipped employees like waiters and hairstylists would be able to claim a new tax deduction for tips through 2028, as could workers who are paid overtime wages.—
Riley Beggin,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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At the time, President Trump and his allies in Congress promised that slashing the corporate tax rate by nearly 50% would lead to more jobs, higher wages, and a wave of investment in American innovation and infrastructure.—
Lindsay Owens,
Time,
22 May 2025
Verb
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That hasn’t stopped companies from throwing millions of dollars in bonuses and pay packages at star researchers, according to seven sources familiar with the matter.—
Anna Tong,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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Sarah Anderson has a strong point of view on U.S. CEO pay.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
21 May 2025
Noun
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The technology is also reducing cart abandonment by removing common obstacles like account creation and payment re-entry.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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Instead of paying for Google Drive forever, switch to a one-time payment for FolderFort.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
24 May 2025
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“Hire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hire. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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