directed

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The affidavit describes what prosecutors call a “pervasive pattern of self-dealing,” including allegations that Davis directed city contracts to collective impact while sharing finances with Spingola.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Light offers significantly more available bandwidth, avoids interference with existing wireless systems, and can be directed with high precision.

From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026

Until now, none of the accusations and barbs directed at Peter Magyar have stuck.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The justices also directed the law enforcement agency to comply with the watchdog’s requests for records.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Before the end of summer 1848, spirit raps directed the sisters and their supporters to dig once more for proof of the peddler.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock