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contract

[kon-trakt, kuhn-trakt] / ˈkɒn trækt, kənˈtrækt /






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Under the proposed contract, major studios would increase their contributions to the DGA’s health plan by 24.4% over four years, the largest since the plan was founded.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026

The contract also increases minimum salaries for most jobs by 2.5% in the first year and up 3% for each of the following years in the agreement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026

In April, Liman tossed Lively’s claims of sexual harassment, defamation and conspiracy, but allowed some claims, including retaliation and breach of contract, to proceed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

In 2021, he met with Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney but, without a firm offer forthcoming, signed a contract extension to stay with France.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“Think it over. We’ll draw up a contract for you to look over. We hope you’ll call us.”

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng




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