as in archers
a person who hunts game
hunters must have a license to shoot deer
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Recent Examples of hunters
Golden eagles are incredible hunters capable of killing ungulates and bighorn sheep.
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Brooke Baitinger, Idaho Statesman, 5 Mar. 2025
Weave, along with other puppies, were discovered after their mother was killed by hunters, Melaina explained.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
That's why aurora hunters need to keep an eye on NOAA’s 30-minute forecast, where the latest updates are posted.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Lynch spoke Wednesday about the 49ers’ recalibration to go younger and presumably cheaper after years of rewarding star employees and occasionally acting as big-game hunters.
—Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2025
Job hunters can lean into upskilling, learning AI tools and mastering in-demand skills like data analysis or green tech expertise.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
And bargain hunters looking for a fun and unique shopping experience are excited for the opening of Colorado’s first two Daiso locations.
—Laura Daily and Bryan K. Chavez, The Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2025
In today’s whirlwind of economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and technological disruption, job hunters and employees alike can find ways to build confidence and secure their professional footing.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
And all include a log book where successful hunters get to sign their name.
—Heather McRea, Orange County Register, 28 Jan. 2025
Brooke Baitinger, Idaho Statesman, 5 Mar. 2025
Weave, along with other puppies, were discovered after their mother was killed by hunters, Melaina explained.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
That's why aurora hunters need to keep an eye on NOAA’s 30-minute forecast, where the latest updates are posted.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Lynch spoke Wednesday about the 49ers’ recalibration to go younger and presumably cheaper after years of rewarding star employees and occasionally acting as big-game hunters.
—Cam Inman, The Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2025
Job hunters can lean into upskilling, learning AI tools and mastering in-demand skills like data analysis or green tech expertise.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
And bargain hunters looking for a fun and unique shopping experience are excited for the opening of Colorado’s first two Daiso locations.
—Laura Daily and Bryan K. Chavez, The Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2025
In today’s whirlwind of economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and technological disruption, job hunters and employees alike can find ways to build confidence and secure their professional footing.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
And all include a log book where successful hunters get to sign their name.
—Heather McRea, Orange County Register, 28 Jan. 2025
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“Hunters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hunters. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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