oversee

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The lieutenant governor also serves on boards that oversee the University of California, California State University and community college systems, and can be called upon to break a tie in the state Senate.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

SEW said new leadership was needed to "oversee a critical period of positive, transformative change for the company".

From BBC • May 1, 2026

To back up: State legislatures oversee the drawing of their electoral maps into districts.

From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026

Arleo, the federal judge in Newark, N.J., said she had no power to review or oversee the bankruptcy process or incarcerate individuals unless they are charged.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

“Food is rationed. She said the guards oversee the farm and the workers,” said Mother.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys