oversee

Example Sentences

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He then issued an injunction claiming to prohibit the hospital from seeking relief in the federal courts that oversee Rhode Island under threat of contempt.

From Slate • May 19, 2026

The Nevada Public Utilities Commission doesn’t oversee the customers’ service at all, because they’re not Nevada residents.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Bank examiners often sit inside the institutions they oversee.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The Justice Department said Blanche will appoint five people to oversee the fund and the Trumps "will receive a formal apology but no monetary payment or damages of any kind."

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

“Well...goodness knows, I’d like to see us win the Cup at last...but all the same, Potter...I’d be happier if a teacher were present. I’ll ask Madam Hooch to oversee your training sessions.”

From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling