clients

word · lemma: client

/ˈkɫaɪənts/
KLY-uhnts
/klˈaɪənts/
KLY-uhnts

Definition

Clients are people or companies that pay a person or business for professional services or ongoing work. The word is common in fields like law, design, consulting, finance, and sales.

Usage & Nuances

'Client' is more professional than 'customer' and is often used when the relationship is ongoing or service-based. Common collocations: 'new client', 'client meeting', 'client base', 'client service'. In tech, 'client' can also mean a computer or software that receives services from a server.

Example Sentences

She has three clients this afternoon.

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We answer all clients by email.

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Most of our clients come to us through referrals.

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I spent the whole morning on calls with clients.

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Our clients are very happy with the new website.

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Some clients want quick results, but good work takes time.

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