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hire

[hahyuhr] / haɪər /
VERB
commission for responsibility, use
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appoint bring in draft employ engage enlist lease obtain pick promise rent retain select
STRONG
authorize book carry charter delegate empower exploit ink let occupy place pledge procure secure sublease sublet utilize
WEAK
add to payroll bring on board contract for fill a position find help give a break give job to give work make use of put on put to work sign on sign up take on truck with
Antonyms
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dismiss fire let go lose refuse reject release shun
STRONG
cancel
WEAK
discharge lay off

Example Sentences

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The Trump administration made it easier for farmers to hire foreign workers to address labor shortfalls there.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

He’s a true professional who’s versatility and work ethic made him a reliable hire from the age of 18 through his current age of 74.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

In the mid-19th Century, the birds were considered fair game and day-trippers would hire steam yachts to shoot them, sometimes killing thousands at a time.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Their solution this winter was to hire decision makers in their 30s to fill every important leadership role.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

“It’s just for a bit longer, Lexie. I promise. Just till I can afford to hire someone.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam