directed

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The government’s August 2025 memo at the center of the legal battle directed Education Secretary Linda McMahon to get more information from colleges to “provide adequate transparency into admissions.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 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

“The Price,” directed by Elina de Santos, thrives in the intimacy of Pacific Resident Theatre’s main stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The president directed his Truth Social followers to a website for the library that solicits donations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

You are hereby directed to refrain from engaging in any of the activities described above.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady