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well-paying





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"Being on a ship is a convenient way out for many, as it is a relatively well-paying job for the qualification it demands."

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

The most common complaint is "there's no money here", with shops closing, charities struggling and well-paying jobs hard to come by.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

There was a sweet irony watching them close the set with “Intro,” a modest instrumental jam from their debut that has, through well-paying commercial placements, become their calling card to mainstream pop.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

The operators have countered that the casinos would create well-paying jobs, attract outside spending and boost tax revenue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 1, 2025

Harriett’s parents have well-paying jobs and they love spoiling her.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera




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