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overseer

[oh-ver-see-er, -seer] / ˈoʊ vərˌsi ər, -ˌsɪər /
NOUN
person who supervises others' work
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The inquisitorial stance was, she said, her role as a congressional overseer charged with holding people accountable.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

The board recognized by the U.S. government as the legitimate overseer of PdVSA’s overseas oil assets vowed to fight to keep Citgo under Venezuelan control.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

Another actor Newsbeat spoke to, Kyle MacLachlan, who plays Hank MacLean, Lucy's father and overseer of the vault, says the series is very "true to the games".

From BBC • Dec. 3, 2025

“We respect your right to freedom of choice,” the overseer says in the third episode, “001.”

From Salon • Jun. 27, 2025

The overseer was not pleased by what had transpired during the Randall brothers’ surprise visit.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead