contracting

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“Gone are the days of serial underinvestment across the military-industrial complex, reliance on cost-plus contracting, and about 40% of procurement dollars going to five companies,” added Arment.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

Union leaders opposed cuts that would cost jobs; they want the district to focus instead on restricting outside contracting and limiting senior executive pay.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

After contracting polio, movement in one of his legs and one of his hands is severely limited.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

The predicted tightening of monetary policy comes as rising oil prices have stoked inflation in the bloc, with the eurozone’s economy contracting by 0.2% in the first quarter of 2026.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

No, she would sell the painting and contracting business and hold on to the rentals.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers