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a person who manages or directs something
a hospital administrator
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Recent Examples of administrators
Though tourists and tourist sites are rarely touched by cartel violence in Mexico, critics say the graves are an embarrassment for state and city administrators.
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Steve Fisher, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026
As Spanish speakers, some of whom speak little to no English, the mothers on the committee had faced challenges in communicating with teachers, administrators and city leaders about their children’s needs.
—Mariana Navarrete Villegas, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2026
James Ward During the debate, candidate Steve Bianco said about half of California’s education funding goes to administrators.
—James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Panelists also agreed that colleges are critical for the world beyond the students, professors and administrators.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
Also, according to sources familiar with the upcoming bipartisan legislation, there would be a governing body enacted to provide clear guidance on rules pertaining to the potential changes coming, with college administrators being in agreement on how they are enforced.
—Trey Wallace, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026
The proposal would limit executives and administrators at hospitals and physician groups to no more than $450,000 in total annual compensation, including bonuses, stock options and company vehicles.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
And everyone feels that way — the coaches, the fans, the administrators.
—Cj Moore, New York Times, 15 May 2026
The committee, which included teachers, administrators, counselors, nurses and social workers, cross referenced this frequent flyer list with student grades to identify students who were struggling and missing a lot of class.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Steve Fisher, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026
As Spanish speakers, some of whom speak little to no English, the mothers on the committee had faced challenges in communicating with teachers, administrators and city leaders about their children’s needs.
—Mariana Navarrete Villegas, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2026
James Ward During the debate, candidate Steve Bianco said about half of California’s education funding goes to administrators.
—James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Panelists also agreed that colleges are critical for the world beyond the students, professors and administrators.
—Victoria Le, Oc Register, 15 May 2026
Also, according to sources familiar with the upcoming bipartisan legislation, there would be a governing body enacted to provide clear guidance on rules pertaining to the potential changes coming, with college administrators being in agreement on how they are enforced.
—Trey Wallace, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026
The proposal would limit executives and administrators at hospitals and physician groups to no more than $450,000 in total annual compensation, including bonuses, stock options and company vehicles.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
And everyone feels that way — the coaches, the fans, the administrators.
—Cj Moore, New York Times, 15 May 2026
The committee, which included teachers, administrators, counselors, nurses and social workers, cross referenced this frequent flyer list with student grades to identify students who were struggling and missing a lot of class.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for administrators
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In a whirlwind 14 days, the PWHL announced the four expansion teams, two new general managers and finalists for major awards — all while Montreal and Ottawa played for the Walter Cup.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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The next time a team member is struggling, Wendler says managers should resist the instinct to question motivation or fit.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
20 May 2026
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Serving as EPs are Studiocanal executives, Anna Marsh, CEO of STUDIOCANAL and Chief Content Officer of Canal+, EVP of Global Production Ron Halpern and US Chief Creative Officer, Shana Eddy-Grouf, with Sudie Smyth leading Physical Production.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter's executive awards editor Scott Feinberg on his podcast, Awards Chatter, the 65-year-old actress recounted one particularly tense moment on set involving co-creator Larry David and executives from production company Castle Rock.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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Elmorich says roughly 2,000 applications were received through an open call before the selection of the multidisciplinary participants, including graffiti artists, photographers, set designers and art directors.—
Jane Horowitz,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2026
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And while the film industry is one often considered to be ruled by informal gateways and insider circles, thus far, the Rover team hasn’t encountered any pushback from directors uneager to share their secrets.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
20 May 2026
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Two interim superintendents were hired but quickly resigned.—
Brian Mann,
NPR,
14 May 2026
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Keely Roberts stepped down in 2023 after she and her son were injured during the Highland Park July 4 parade mass shooting, and two interim co-superintendents, Lynette Zimmer and Jim McKay, filled the role before Lawson.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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The effect is sharpest for computer and information workers, sales representatives, and office supervisors.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
19 May 2026
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There should be full transparency when assessments are changed and/or career scientists overruled by political appointees or other supervisors, including providing the original analyses.—
Jesse L. Goodman,
STAT,
18 May 2026
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“Administrators.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/administrators. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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