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as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
generally the dean left the day-to-day stewardship of the college to the assistant dean
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as in oversight
the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control
she believes that stewardship of the environment is everyone's responsibility
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Recent Examples of stewardship
The poll, conducted in the days after Trump signed his massive tax cuts-and-spending bill into law, shows voters losing confidence in Trump’s handling of the federal budget in particular — only 29% approve of his stewardship there, down from 43% in March.
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Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 25 July 2025
That hands-on experience taught me how money moves through a business and instilled a deep respect for financial stewardship.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
This was the definition of a symbolic move, in large part due to frustration over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's stewardship of the war in Gaza as well as the horrible images depicting starvation that are streaming out of the enclave.
—Zoltan Istvan, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Aug. 2025
Sarandos’ prioritization of events over the more traditional forms of sports stewardship could favor a split between Netflix and a legacy TV network.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 4 Aug. 2025
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Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 25 July 2025
That hands-on experience taught me how money moves through a business and instilled a deep respect for financial stewardship.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
This was the definition of a symbolic move, in large part due to frustration over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's stewardship of the war in Gaza as well as the horrible images depicting starvation that are streaming out of the enclave.
—Zoltan Istvan, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Aug. 2025
Sarandos’ prioritization of events over the more traditional forms of sports stewardship could favor a split between Netflix and a legacy TV network.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 4 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stewardship
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Experts in business management have noted that companies generally don’t take measures on diversity and climate because of a political stance, but rather as a business decision.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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Researchers created a breeding strategy that included monitoring reproductive behavior, strict incubation management and intensive care after birth, according to the release.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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With new oversight, strong federal leadership, and an end to municipal cash grabs, the Commonwealth can finally deliver on the promise of a stable and prosperous energy system.—
Dan Eberhart,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Defense attorneys countered that the suit was a bid to weaken judicial oversight of immigration.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Aug. 2025
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Introducing any new pet, even of the same species, should be done slowly and under supervision, especially with older animals.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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The Athletic can confirm that inspectors from La Liga’s stadium supervision committee visited the Camp Nou last Tuesday, but no immediate conclusions were shared.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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That early blend of design and field experience shaped her practical, collaborative approach to problem-solving and leadership.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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With new oversight, strong federal leadership, and an end to municipal cash grabs, the Commonwealth can finally deliver on the promise of a stable and prosperous energy system.—
Dan Eberhart,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Parents expressed concerns and criticism over the handling of the situation, praising Gonzalez's impact on the school community.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Respondents gave roughly the same marks to Trump's handling of the economy and foreign affairs as his overall job performance, coming in at 37% and 39% approvals, respectively.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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Jay Michels, erosion and sediment control specialist for EOR, Tri-Lakes' consulting firm, said some are bothered by the DNR's reservations about the technology.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The arrests of two wildland firefighters accused of working illegally in Washington state has sparked a new round of debate over the Trump administration's priorities about wildfires and immigration enforcement.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
30 Aug. 2025
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It has been tagged as a giveaway to rich elites, and the administration is tapping a vice president who grew up poor in Middletown to turn public perception.—
Francesca Chambers,
The Enquirer,
30 Aug. 2025
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One of Guevara’s children relies on him for long-term medical care, according to the ACLU.—
Nicquel Terry Ellis,
CNN Money,
30 Aug. 2025
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Grief does make people do uncharacteristic things, and that can be hurtful to those who need care and compassion the most.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Aug. 2025
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“Stewardship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stewardship. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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