technicians

noun

plural of technician
as in specialists
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 technicians Many of the most experienced forecasters and technicians left the agency during the past year due to incentive programs offered for veteran employees to leave public service. — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026 Leading manufacturers require certified technicians to install their systems to keep warranties valid. — Nick Perry, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026 At the company’s Woburn research facility, lab technicians recently poured pellets into a molding machine to make forks. — Jennifer McDermott, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026 Maryland State crime scene technicians processed the scene for evidence and the investigation is continuing. — Michelle Richardson, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 Highlights of her career include building MPC Film’s Montreal studio from the ground up in 2013 into a powerhouse of more than 1,250 artists and technicians in just five years. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 10 Aug. 2026 At the company's Woburn research facility, lab technicians recently poured pellets into a molding machine to make forks. — ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026 The young woman, Heather Owens, and three male technicians were added to the quarters’ growing population Tuesday night after they were exposed to lunar material in another part of the lunar receiving laboratory. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Once those tests pass, technicians will load nuclear fuel assemblies, bring the core to criticality, and synchronize the generator with the East China Power Grid. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for technicians
  1. specialists
  2. professionals
  3. consultants
  4. experts
  5. operators
Noun
  • The teams of specialists are expected to be at work on the rail system in September, according to the CTA.
    — Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Senior strategists directed teams of junior specialists, and the spread became profit.
    — Nital Shah, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of specialists
Noun
  • The fashion industry is facing new expectations around circular design, lifestyle accountability, and compliance, meaning that the next generation of designers and fashion professionals will need to prepare.
    — Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • However, health professionals caution that the quality and source of breakfast protein matter just as much as the overall quantity.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of professionals
Noun
  • In a statement, the city of Littleton said, after research and an evaluation with consultants, in some cases, shortening school zones increases driver awareness and improves overall safety for drivers and students.
    — Ashley Portillo, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Over time, companies may integrate AI into their proprietary software like the systems that centralize visibility into waste streams, helping clients and consultants in the field make better decisions.
    — John F. McQuillan, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of consultants
Noun
  • The idea that the relationship was ending sets off alarm bells for experts like Nikki Engel, who serves as the co-executive director of Violence Free Minnesota.
    — Conor Wight, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Universities are breaking the economic bargain that once kept experts in the classroom.
    — Francisco Ruiz, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of experts
Noun
  • TourScoop coversguided group tours and tour operators,tour operator reviews,tour itinerary reviews andtravel gear recommendations.
    — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 27 June 2026
Definition of operators

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