as in managerial
suited for or relating to the directing of things
among his other administrative duties is the appointment of transit authority officials
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Recent Examples of administrative
Dupree said Fatherley worked at the detention center and in the courthouse and, as of Friday, was on unpaid administrative leave.
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Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
Despite damage to the long-term health of the markets, farmers—a loyal constituency of Trump’s—have historically been supportive of tariffs and administrative aid, seeing the potential for long-term financial gain.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
The uncertainty wasn’t just an administrative process, but also an emotional roller coaster.
—Sonny Alejandra, Time, 18 Sep. 2025
The department said its administrative offices are closed and nearby police departments and state police are helping provide police services in the meantime.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2025
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Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025
Despite damage to the long-term health of the markets, farmers—a loyal constituency of Trump’s—have historically been supportive of tariffs and administrative aid, seeing the potential for long-term financial gain.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
The uncertainty wasn’t just an administrative process, but also an emotional roller coaster.
—Sonny Alejandra, Time, 18 Sep. 2025
The department said its administrative offices are closed and nearby police departments and state police are helping provide police services in the meantime.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for administrative
managerial
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The term describes the conscious decision to avoid or renounce managerial roles in order to preserve mental health, maintain balance and prioritize meaningful work.—
Jose Luis Gonzalez Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Ayto’s brief at Arsenal also involved being part of the managerial recruitment process for the women’s team.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Administrative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/administrative. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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