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as in directors
a person who directs a musical ensemble
The orchestra thanked their conductor for pulling together such a memorable performance.
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a person who collects money or fares on a train or bus
She asked the train's conductor when they would arrive at the next station.
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Recent Examples of conductors
Metra has conductors on every train as well as its own police force.
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Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Guest artists throughout the season include violinists Ray Chen, and Kerson Leong, with guest conductors Earl Lee, Peter Oundjian, and Mélisse Brunet, the release states.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Feb. 2026
Through independent research, the museum has identified 93 conductors of the Underground Railroad in Indiana County alone, including John Graff, a wealthy businessman in Blairsville, who became a key conductor of the Underground Railroad.
—Josh Taylor, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
His 1966 patented design used transparent indium tin oxide conductors paired with fine copper wiring to sense touch.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Feb. 2026
So is determining which guest soloists and conductors are available and best suited to specific pieces of music.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
The idea for the competition came from Alsop, who has been a mentor to a number of young conductors.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 22 Jan. 2026
The symphony also operates a fellowship in which IU conductors work with its artistic staff and includes university musicians in its season.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 17 Jan. 2026
Mobile ticketing technology can tell conductors when a passenger’s ticket was activated.
—Gabby Debenedictis, Hartford Courant, 13 Jan. 2026
Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
Guest artists throughout the season include violinists Ray Chen, and Kerson Leong, with guest conductors Earl Lee, Peter Oundjian, and Mélisse Brunet, the release states.
—Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 17 Feb. 2026
Through independent research, the museum has identified 93 conductors of the Underground Railroad in Indiana County alone, including John Graff, a wealthy businessman in Blairsville, who became a key conductor of the Underground Railroad.
—Josh Taylor, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
His 1966 patented design used transparent indium tin oxide conductors paired with fine copper wiring to sense touch.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Feb. 2026
So is determining which guest soloists and conductors are available and best suited to specific pieces of music.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
The idea for the competition came from Alsop, who has been a mentor to a number of young conductors.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 22 Jan. 2026
The symphony also operates a fellowship in which IU conductors work with its artistic staff and includes university musicians in its season.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 17 Jan. 2026
Mobile ticketing technology can tell conductors when a passenger’s ticket was activated.
—Gabby Debenedictis, Hartford Courant, 13 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conductors
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Far from merely giving orders, directors are participants in a social reality in which the most important results aren’t the naked-eye ones of deeds achieved but the magic infinitesimal moments that expand into big-screen spectacles.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
25 Feb. 2026
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Famously outspoken with directors, Duvall frequently clashed with Beresford on set while pushing for a more improvisational approach.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Feb. 2026
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Hungry customers — or more often, delivery drivers — walk up to a digital kiosk, scan a code, and a locker pops open, revealing each order readied for pickup.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
24 Feb. 2026
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The commission will examine the nature and prevalence of antisemitism in institutions and society including drivers such as extremism and radicalization.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 Feb. 2026
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While Egypt is known for its movies and Lebanon for its pop singers and composers, Syria's TV series have for decades been seen as the gold standard in the region.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Zimmer is widely regarded as one of the greatest film composers alive today and one of the greatest of all time.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
23 Feb. 2026
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While there’s no date on when a new album may arrive, or even when the musicians will enter the studio, the Highwomen are confirmed for at least one appearance.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
23 Feb. 2026
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This adaptation of the Grammy-winning album brings together musicians, actors and dancers from around the globe.—
Jeffrey Miller,
Oc Register,
23 Feb. 2026
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Yachtsman Yiannis Andriotis established Leapher in 2022, assembling a team of builders and engineers with years of experience and acquiring a yard in Tolkamer once owned by cruise ship producer De Hoop.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
24 Feb. 2026
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In what would prove to be a recurring theme of the next four years, Ukraine’s energy engineers were able to move much faster than anyone expected to avert rolling blackouts.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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City leaders in El Cajon shot down an initial proposal that would have allowed up to four marijuana dispensaries in the city.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
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With nine prominent Democrats in the field, this has led to concerns among party leaders that the Democratic candidates may splinter the vote and the two Republicans could advance to the November ballot.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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Occupations that qualify for the tax break on tips as spelled out by Treasury also include bartenders, washroom attendants, elderly companions, party planners, pet groomers and more.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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Hundreds of attendants recalled The airline, meanwhile, is reactivating 500 of 1,300 unionized flight attendants who were furloughed late last year, the company confirmed.—
David Lyons,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Feb. 2026
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Nvidia’s stock rose Wednesday in anticipation of a strong report; asset managers noted that the market’s response is unpredictable given investors’ nerves.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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All cabin levels come with complimentary 24-hour room service, while the posh sky suites come with their own suite experience managers.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Conductors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conductors. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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