well-run

adjective

: managed in a skillful way
a well-run organization

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Californians treasure their public university system, and want schools that are well-run, with the best staffs possible, from professors to campus cops. The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 25 July 2025 Once considered a well-run, innovative city, Oakland now struggles. Nate Miley, Mercury News, 17 July 2025 Well, independence is one of the foundational elements of a well-run economy. Steve Inskeep, NPR, 17 July 2025 The lawmakers argued that unannounced inspections are important to ensuring the detention center is well-run, and a power they are afforded under a state law that grants lawmakers the ability to conduct surprise inspections at correctional facilities. Siena Duncan, Miami Herald, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for well-run

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“Well-run.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-run. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.

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