as in specialist
a person whose job requires specialized knowledge of the practical use of machines or science
She's studying to become an ultrasound technician.
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Recent Examples of technician
From technician to manager at AT&T Joe Terrell was once one of them.
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Thomas C. Zambito, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
After the incident was reported to the school, one of the school’s behavioral technicians notified a school resource officer about the student with the weapon.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026
Testimony about what lab technicians found is expected later in the trial.
—Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026
Piper Sandler's chief market technician Craig Johnson shares a similar view.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
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Thomas C. Zambito, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
After the incident was reported to the school, one of the school’s behavioral technicians notified a school resource officer about the student with the weapon.
—Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026
Testimony about what lab technicians found is expected later in the trial.
—Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026
Piper Sandler's chief market technician Craig Johnson shares a similar view.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for technician
Noun
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Over the course of the next few days, Prince met with doctors and addiction specialists.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Since the Iran war started, officials say, some counterterrorism specialists who had been reassigned to immigration have returned to their old roles, creating a whiplash that can disrupt investigations and analysis.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
21 Apr. 2026
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The center will also bring nearly 80 jobs, said Dale Morris, senior consultant of government affairs at American Airlines.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Apr. 2026
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Magid, a media consultant that has worked for decades with TV networks and stations, believes local and national TV-news organizations need to start giving viewers more context, depth and emotional reassurance, rather than relying on breaking news and dozens of star anchors and correspondents.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
20 Apr. 2026
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Unlike many professionals who sit at a desk with constant access to email, teachers are actively engaged with students for the majority of the day.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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Existing musicians, from students to professionals, also use Suno to test ideas quickly, hear melodies in different styles and generate musical fragments for use in larger works.—
Steven Melendez,
Scientific American,
17 Apr. 2026
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California is the most biodiverse state in the United States, experts say.—
Sarah Linn,
Sacbee.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Edmunds’ auto experts have identified the five best off-roading midsize trucks right now.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2026
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No remote operator guiding every step.—
Adriana James-Rodil,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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The ride's operator said the attraction was completely dismantled and repaired to ensure its operation would remain safe.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Technician.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/technician. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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