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oversee

[oh-ver-see] / ˌoʊ vərˈsi /


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The lieutenant governor also serves on boards that oversee state colleges and universities.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Meanwhile, the US Treasury on Wednesday sanctioned Iran's newly formed "Persian Gulf Strait Authority", set up by Tehran to oversee traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

The team hired a new assistant general manager this week, bringing Rohan Ramadas in from the New Orleans Pelicans to oversee strategy and data systems.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Robert Wright will return to Wendy’s WEN -2.40%decrease; red down pointing triangle as chief executive officer, where he will oversee efforts to reverse a slump in the restaurant chain’s U.S. sales.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Jefferson would oversee and orchestrate this campaign and provide its rhetorical foundation, which enjoyed a privileged association with the spirit of ’76.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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