employ

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Thank goodness that these tech-founder podcasters who are now in Altman’s employ will still be fair when talking about OpenAI.

From Slate • Apr. 7, 2026

They employ an average of about a dollar of debt for every dollar of investor equity.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

“The craziest part is I never posted to gain respect or attention,” Day said, adding that she refused to employ any marketing gimmicks.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Manufacturers no longer play an outsized role in the U.S. economy, but they still employ about 13 million people.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

"Oh, but I can. They are in the employ of the Chrysanthemum Teahouse."

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton