producers

plural of producer
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as in directors
a person who supervises or finances the making of a work (such as a stage show or movie) to be shown to the public The producer was having trouble finding an actress for the lead role.

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Recent Examples of producers In addition to Krakowski's casting, producers also announced that the production will extend again, with tickets now available through July 5, 2026. Dave Quinn, People.com, 3 Sep. 2025 That said, Peacock has struggled mightily to launch successful comedies, even ones from producers of beloved Office-era sitcoms. Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2025 Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara, who bolstered the film’s profile by signing on as executive producers alongside Brad Pitt, Alfonso Cuarón and Jonathan Glazer, turned up to show their support. Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025 The pair also serves as producers alongside Greg Shapiro. Jack Dunn, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025 Water gardens are fashionable but become major mosquito producers if allowed to stagnate. John Tufts, IndyStar, 29 Aug. 2025 Exec producers include Jeff Jenkins, Russell Jay-Staglik, Andrea Metz, Elise Chung, Dan Cerny, Ross Weintraub, Reinout Oerlemans, Georgia Berger, Lisa Filipelli and Danielle Pistotnik. Peter White, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025 For the denim fabric producers, the situation hasn’t been as significant, and for us, Calik Denim’s shipments to Egypt have increased. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 Aug. 2025 Increase in money supply to cushion the impact of lockdowns led to high demand for goods; producers unable to match up. Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Noun
  • As the final whistle went at Old Trafford after Arsenal kicked off their Premier League campaign with a victory over Manchester United, Josh Kroenke left his seat in the directors’ box and headed for the dressing room.
    Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
  • September and October are starting us off well, too, with high-profile performances from Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lopez, plus films from iconic directors like Kathryn Bigelow and Guillermo del Toro.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The Pixel 10 Pro Camera For many years, photography prowess has been the benchmark that manufacturers believe will tempt consumers to their smartphones.
    Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Relying too much on manufacturers creates unacceptable risks, and the problem has been growing since the 1990s, as industry consolidation has boosted the leverage of big defense companies.
    Michael R. Bloomberg, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
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  • From flannel and poplin pajamas to pull-on bottoms, soft tees and cozy cardigans and hoodies, makers are leaning into the natural benefits that cotton offers.
    Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Shop The Farmers Market Held every Sunday in Siesta Village, the Siesta Key Farmers’ Market brings together the town’s best makers, farmers, and small businesses, along with lots of locals.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Local tour operator VeniVidiParis works exclusively with Parisian guides and local suppliers, ensuring that every journey directly supports families and neighborhood businesses.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
  • To avoid this, purchase seed garlic from reliable suppliers.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • With second-quarter earnings in the rearview, American brands and retailers have now had a moment to take stock of the impact of ever-shifting tariff policies on their balance sheets and bottom lines.
    Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 4 Sep. 2025
  • The tariff situation is weighing heavily on the strategies of fashion companies this fall, along with sourcing diversification, price hikes, receiving timely payments from retailers, and direct-to-consumer growth.
    Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • For child care providers who offer pre-K programming, ESAs are an opportunity to help stabilize a sector that’s been competing with public schools for enrollment of these students.
    Lina Ruiz September 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Watts said the child welfare agency also will maintain collaboration with public health officials, law enforcement and treatment providers to prevent tragedies connected to fentanyl and other drugs.
    Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 7 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Guests can browse local vendors, sip on drinks, and catch live music from Jade Flores while enjoying yard games and photo ops under the market lights.
    Tiffani Jackson Skinner, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
  • The event includes more than 50 food, drink and retail vendors in a family-friendly setting.
    Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2025
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  • The unseasonably cold conditions threaten to harm sensitive outdoor vegetation, and some plants may be killed if left uncovered, the NWS said.
    Matthew Robinson, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Narula soon became a convert to native plants, said Kemp, currently in a master’s program at Miami University of Ohio, focused on conservation.
    Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025

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“Producers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/producers. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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