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oversaw

VERB

manage, supervise

Synonyms

STRONGEST

command inspect

STRONG

baby-sit boss captain chaperon eye herd overlook quarterback shepherd skipper superintend survey watch

WEAK

be in driver's seat call the shots keep one's eye on look after ride herd on run the show sit on top of

Antonyms

STRONG

follow ignore neglect

WEAK

obey

Example Sentences

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“Nothing is forever, especially in television,” said former network executive Ted Harbert, who oversaw the launches of “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” and “Late Night with Seth Meyers” at NBC.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

He joined Mango in 2005 and later oversaw the company's Mango Man line.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Combs joined Berkshire in 2010, likely oversaw many of the investment for many years.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

The GCD program and JPL, which is managed by Caltech in Pasadena, California, oversaw the development process from mission planning and industry studies through final delivery.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

“So you see, Nell,” explained Mr. Bangs, the office manager who oversaw all the detectives, “there are not many options that are appropriate for your disguise.”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan