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preside

[pri-zahyd] / prɪˈzaɪd /


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That’s when Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump’s nominee, is expected to preside over his first meeting as the new chairman.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

Kevin Warsh, a Fed dove, is expected to preside over that meeting as the 17th chair of the central bank.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

It’s a two-year term to preside over Southern Section Council meetings.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The pope is scheduled to preside over Mass from that basilica on April 22, the last full day of his trip.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

“I see you’re quite tongue-tied by the honor. That’s right, George, you boys shall personally preside over the completion of my project. If all goes well, that is.”

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart




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