Pronunciation: /ˈkɑnˌtrækt/
noun a written or spoken agreement, especially one concerning employment, sales, or tenancy, that is intended to be enforceable by law
A1 I signed a contract for my new job.
A2 The contract clearly outlines the terms and conditions.
B1 She is currently negotiating a contract with a new client.
B2 The contract stipulates that all work must be completed by the end of the month.
C1 The contract includes a confidentiality clause to protect sensitive information.
C2 The contract was meticulously reviewed by legal experts before being finalized.
verb to enter into a formal and legally binding agreement
A1 I will contract with the company to clean my house.
A2 She contracted a virus after traveling to a foreign country.
B1 The company contracted with a new supplier for better prices.
B2 The athlete contracted a sponsorship deal with a major sports brand.
C1 The government contracted a construction company to build new roads.
C2 The artist contracted with a gallery to showcase her work in a solo exhibition.
formal The contract between the two companies was signed yesterday.
informal They finally sealed the deal with a contract.
slang They inked the contract last week.
figurative Their friendship was like an unspoken contract, always there to support each other.
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