as in to hire
to provide with a paying job
thousands of recent immigrants were recruited to build the nation's rail system
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as in apprentice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity
the skydiving instructor and other experienced jumpers tried to encourage the new recruits on their first jump
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Recent Examples of recruit
Danny Davis, Austin American Statesman, 31 Jan. 2026
Wasserman was recruited by former Mayor Eric Garcetti in 2017 to help Los Angeles win its Olympic host bid.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Jan. 2026
Johnson took her place in the audience beside Michele’s latest recruit, Lily Allen, to watch the collection reveal itself through a series of Kaiserpanoramas—a form of stereoscopic entertainment that predates cinema—staged at the Tennis Club de Paris.
—Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Texas was heavily recruiting fellow guard Aaliyah Chavez at time, so what would her coaches and teammates call Crump if both players ended up in Austin?
—Danny Davis, Austin American Statesman, 31 Jan. 2026
Wasserman was recruited by former Mayor Eric Garcetti in 2017 to help Los Angeles win its Olympic host bid.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
Noun
Cenac, a 6-foot-11 former five-star recruit, was also impactful with his size and athleticism in the lane.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Jan. 2026
Johnson took her place in the audience beside Michele’s latest recruit, Lily Allen, to watch the collection reveal itself through a series of Kaiserpanoramas—a form of stereoscopic entertainment that predates cinema—staged at the Tennis Club de Paris.
—Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recruit
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David Plotz, the CEO of City Cast, told Semafor in a phone call that the local podcast network was expanding its coverage of Washington as a direct result of the Post’s pullback, and would be immediately hiring four multi-platform journalists.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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One Florida resident reportedly hired a local mover without bothering to determine if the company was licensed, only to run into a boatload of trouble.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2026
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Dawson's steely resolve helps anchor the series, with strong support from Natasha Liu Bordizzo as Ahsoka's reckless former apprentice Sabine and Mary Elizabeth Winstead as General Hera Syndulla.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Jan. 2026
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The video is being played to a room of nine apprentice footballers aged 16 and 17 at Leyton Orient, the League One side based in east London.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2026
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The department did not respond to questions about the eight deputies are still employed.—
Christopher Damien,
USA Today,
1 Feb. 2026
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Viewers are not expected to notice changes on NFL Network until April, when those employed by NFL Media become part of ESPN.—
Joe Reedy,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Feb. 2026
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From the bleachers of the Abe Stark Arena, our college friends cheered wildly as Phil, who was a novice, performed a few simple spins.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
4 Feb. 2026
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For seasoned cooks and kitchen novices, cookbook author and nutritionist Robin Miller takes it back to basics with great, family-friendly recipes worth making over and over again.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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Strong was a finalist for the Cheryl Miller Award, given to the top small forward, as a freshman in 2025.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2026
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Offseason turnover saw the Knights add 31 new faces to the roster, including transfers and incoming freshmen.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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Nominated for Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance, Roan was also on hand to introduce the Best New Artist of 2026 which ultimately went to newcomer Olivia Dean.—
Pamela Vázquez,
Glamour,
2 Feb. 2026
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Indeed, its growing popularity has attracted newcomers from near and far, who've all made their unique mark in the community.—
Joey Skladany,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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Here’s how experts recommend beginners incorporate strength training into their exercise routines.—
Jamie Friedlander Serrano,
Time,
3 Feb. 2026
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The ski area has 15 lifts and runs that range from beginner to advanced.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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Browns rookie linebacker Carson Schwesinger is also likely to be named Defensive Rookie of the Year.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Knueppel held more than his own in last Thursday’s rookie showdown.—
Mike Curtis,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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“Recruit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recruit. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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