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actuary

[ak-choo-er-ee] / ˈæk tʃuˌɛr i /


NOUN
auditor
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Ronald Smith, a retired actuary who has written critically about the service, argues that the push reflects industry economics as much as participant outcomes.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

Knowing that he’s a senior partner at an actuary firm and has an analytical mind, I was eager to hear his strategy for airline frequent-flyer status.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

Sheri Scott, an actuary from Milliman, told the council that the firm estimated that losses from the Eaton fire ranged from $13.7 billion to $22.8 billion.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2025

She made good grades in her business classes and dreamed of becoming an actuary.

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2025

The actuary adds, "If Colonel Akroyd ever despairs, I give him the above answer."

From Thrift by Smiles, Samuel