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as in craftsmen
a person or company that builds or repairs things (such as houses or ships)
They hired a team of builders to carry out the renovation.
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as in designers
a person or organization that creates something (such as a business)
He was one of the great empire builders of the 20th century.
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Recent Examples of builders
Those featured are builders, disruptors, and innovators in every sector, from corporate to creative worlds, taking a modern, forward-looking view on power.
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Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
From January 7 to January 10, 2025, buyers, builders and enthusiasts will gather in Las Vegas to demonstrate, explore and discuss the latest and most impactful developments in business and consumer technology.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
But most of these guys don't get along with [the] big tech crowd — these are many of our top builders.
—Axios, 10 Dec. 2024
Construction workers in Louisiana are the nation's hardest working builders, according to a map showing the hours spent on site across America.
—Tiah Shepherd, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
That’s where talented builders and contractors come in.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2024
These builders and contractors on the AD PRO Directory have years of experience overhauling compact city residences and know how to deal with all the headaches that accompany urban renovations, including co-op board approvals, permits, and landmark committees.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2024
For older builders, the Creator series has always been a favorite, and the 3-in-1 Roller Skate is now just $24.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024
Where are your furniture builders?
—Steve Metsch, Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
From January 7 to January 10, 2025, buyers, builders and enthusiasts will gather in Las Vegas to demonstrate, explore and discuss the latest and most impactful developments in business and consumer technology.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
But most of these guys don't get along with [the] big tech crowd — these are many of our top builders.
—Axios, 10 Dec. 2024
Construction workers in Louisiana are the nation's hardest working builders, according to a map showing the hours spent on site across America.
—Tiah Shepherd, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
That’s where talented builders and contractors come in.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2024
These builders and contractors on the AD PRO Directory have years of experience overhauling compact city residences and know how to deal with all the headaches that accompany urban renovations, including co-op board approvals, permits, and landmark committees.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2024
For older builders, the Creator series has always been a favorite, and the 3-in-1 Roller Skate is now just $24.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024
Where are your furniture builders?
—Steve Metsch, Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for builders
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Speaking to a group of more than 1,000 craftsmen who worked on the project, Macron expressed his gratitude and appreciation for their painstaking efforts, reports Reuters’ Elizabeth Pineau and Michaela Cabrera.Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Dec. 2024
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While the number of artisan craftsmen is dwindling, Turkey’s glassware industry remains robust and today is composed both of small, independent players as well as large industrial ones.Sofia Celeste, WWD, 3 Dec. 2024
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Data architects, business analysts, data engineers and subject matter experts from different departments should all play a role in these teams.Artyom Keydunov, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Because at the heart of this transformation, or lack thereof, are managers, who must evolve from task supervisors to skill architects.Nirit Cohen, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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In his new role at the full-service representation firm, his responsibilities will include continuing to represent and amplify creators across all mediums.Justin Kroll, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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As the creators of countless moments of joy and the backbone of their households, moms give selflessly every day.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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But there are an increasing number of do-it-yourself gun makers, some of whom are skirting the law.Corey Kilgannon, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Equip your breakfast bar with mini waffle makers, scones, assorted syrups and jams, along with glazed nuts, cookies and candies.Rai Mincey, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Builders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/builders. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.
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