tools of the trade

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And during his time spent in the field, Tomlinson learned that although King and other professionals like her do view dogs as tools of the trade, there's love there as well.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2024

The program builds on the tenacity and hustle they honed in overcoming hardship to teach them the tools of the trade as well as habits like being on time.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 23, 2023

For the “deliveristas” who carry restaurant takeout orders, the bikes are crucial tools of the trade.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 7, 2022

And what does it mean to study something as wicked and monstrous as the slave trade using some of the tools of the trade itself?

From New York Times • Jan. 28, 2022

In one corner the rack itself stood, and there were other tools of the trade scattered around the room.

From Wizard by Schoenherr, John