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
Ben Brachfeld, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Also: Chadwick Boseman's Thoth, god of wisdom, is quickly recruited to help answer the riddle of the Sphinx.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Brian Bennett, Time, 12 Aug. 2025
In addition to McCoy and Reyna, senior offensive lineman Ben Novak is a Wisconsin recruit.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Nazir had recruited Betro to assassinate Ali's father — or a member of his family — as revenge after a fight at the father's clothing store the year prior left him and his dad, Mohammed Aslam, injured, and their families feuding, per West Midlands Police.
—Ben Brachfeld, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Also: Chadwick Boseman's Thoth, god of wisdom, is quickly recruited to help answer the riddle of the Sphinx.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Noun
The pitch emphasizes that a college degree isn’t needed, and says recruits could be offered up to a $50,000 signing bonus and $60,000 in student loan repayment.
—Brian Bennett, Time, 12 Aug. 2025
In addition to McCoy and Reyna, senior offensive lineman Ben Novak is a Wisconsin recruit.
—Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recruit
Verb
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The Tarrant County Commissioners Court on Tuesday will consider hiring a lawyer at the center of a controversy in Keller ISD to represent District Clerk Tom Wilder in a second petition calling for his removal.—
Cody Copeland,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Aug. 2025
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In building up its news division, MSNBC has hired figures including The Washington Post’s Carol Leoning, Catherine Rampell and Jackie Alemany, while Jacob Soboroff, Vaughn Hillyard and Antonia Hylton are among those joining from NBC News.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This makes the credentials apprentices gain through them portable and recognizable to employers across the country.—
Karen Herson,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Several apprentices went on to spectacular careers on their own.—
Henry Wiencek
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
Verb
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The district employs more than 1,400 paraprofessionals.—
Chesnie Wardell,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The station employs a single part-time worker—a summer d.j.—
Oliver Whang,
New Yorker,
7 Aug. 2025
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The current version of Kuang might be described as a tabula-rasa novice, a highly accomplished author who would prefer to be an eager disciple.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
18 Aug. 2025
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The most pythons caught by a novice were 14 by Krista Hoekstra, while John Southworth led the military category with 5.—
NBC South Florida,
NBC news,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Storr played his freshman year at St. John’s and one season at Wisconsin before arriving at KU.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
18 Aug. 2025
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Dylan Day: After spending most of his freshman year on special teams, Day has impressed during camp and could find himself in the safety rotation.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
17 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Joel Edgerton stars in the film alongside newcomers Everett Blunck, Kayo Martin and Kenny Rasmussen.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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With a field comprised of select veterans and a swath of newcomers, the all-around is anyone’s game.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Plus, reporter Harry Rabinowitz tested over 30 pairs of running shoes and shares his top picks for beginners, shoes with the best arch support, and more.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
12 Aug. 2025
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For beginner astronomers, this means it has been recognized for its ultra dark skies and commitment to retaining an environment free of light pollution and ideal for astronomical observations.—
JP Shaffer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Aug. 2025
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Alt, who is coming off an outstanding rookie season and was a left tackle at Notre Dame, was replaced by veteran Trey Pipkins III.—
Jay Paris,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Carroll, one of the game’s top entertainers, led the 2023 team to the pennant as a rookie and is having a fine season this year.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Recruit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recruit. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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