in charge

phrase

Synonyms of in chargenext
: having control or custody of something
He is in charge of the training program.

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Vincic was in charge for England’s 3-0 group-stage defeat of Wales at the 2022 finals. Graham Scott, New York Times, 19 July 2026 In 2022, Wray named Floris intelligence analyst in charge of the Washington Field Office’s Intelligence Division, the first person to hold that role. Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 19 July 2026 The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is in charge of the investigation into Stephanie’s disappearance. Samantha Springer, NBC news, 19 July 2026 God help us all if some idiot, some moron, ever put you in charge. Greg Evans, Deadline, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in charge

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“In charge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20charge. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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