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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
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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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But lawyers for both have argued the president's firings have hobbled the boards and stymied their ability to adjudicate labor and employment disputes.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
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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The party needs not just to recruit younger candidates.—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 May 2025
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The group agreed to partner with the hospital, helping to recruit residents for a 32-week paramedic course designed by Safar.—
Lillian Ali,
Smithsonian Magazine,
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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Freelancers can get paid for projects as soon as they’re completed, retail and hospitality workers can access their tips and wages immediately, and companies are exploring how to deliver bonuses or reimbursements in real time.—
Carlos Netto,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Verb
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That work has given him enough money to pay for car insurance and other expenses, but not enough to move out from his parents’ home.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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Federal Pell Grants go to low-income students and do not need to be paid back; the administration wants to cut the maximum amount of the annual grant from roughly $7,400 to $5,700.—
Cory Turner,
NPR,
2 June 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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