DELEGATING Synonyms: 73 Similar and Opposite Words

delegating

verb

present participle of delegate

as in appointing

to appoint as one's representative he delegated his son to go pick up the tickets for him

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as in handing

to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another a manager who is reluctant to delegate authority to subordinates

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Recent Examples of delegating Salesforce's latest survey this year shows that a growing number of consumers are delegating product search and filtering to AI agents, with usage of agentic search surging 200% year-on-year. — CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026 As organizations begin delegating work to autonomous systems, that distinction is becoming one of the defining security challenges of the AI era. — Sumit Dhawan, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026 Less is more today, but delegating (instead of overworking yourself) could work in your favor. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026 But as Airbnb grew into the $110 billion giant it’s known as today, Chesky has evolved his leadership style, delegating more and trusting his team to carry his ideas to the finish line. — Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026 Many websites use OAuth, an industry-standard security protocol for delegating authorization to access online services in a way that protects users’ credentials such as passwords. — Aashis Luitel, The Conversation, 13 Aug. 2026

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Other actions have triggered further suspicions, including that, like CBS News, changes would be afoot for CNN, including appointing Weiss to oversee that network as well.

— Ted Johnson, Deadline, 21 Sep. 2026
Puma is reshaping two areas of its senior leadership, appointing Nike veteran Steve Cecchini to lead global sports marketing while chief commercial officer Matthias Baeumer prepares to step down from the company’s management board.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

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While Rice later went to great lengths to apologize to Cruise after seeing his performance, even commissioning a two-page spread in various outlets to heap praise on him, Jordan says the circumstances created an unwanted dynamic on set.

— Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026
Lucaj also envisions the store as a connection between New York and Paris café culture, and has partnered with nearby La Perle, commissioning a custom mural and creating a bespoke coffee experience as part of integrating into the neighborhood.

— Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026

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Robin recalled the animal charging at him twice, leaving puncture marks near his hip from clawing at him.

— Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026
To achieve the best results, spread a thin layer across the soil’s surface, leaving space around the stems.

— Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of leaving

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Auer helped set the course for Chance to be named all-state as a punter and eventually land at Louisiana Tech before transferring to TCU.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026
Defensive back Five Hamilton played the first three seasons of his college career with Kennesaw State from 2023-25, before transferring to Arkansas State last offseason.

— Michael Harley, Arkansas Online, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of transferring

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The Giants are entrusting Bryce Eldridge, their 21-year-old rookie, with the job of protecting Devers in the lineup.

— Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Now Norvell enters 2026 firmly on the hot seat, entrusting his future to another transfer quarterback.

— Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026

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Cassavetes played up the conflicting feelings on set and exacerbated them by giving Rowlands and Cassel contradictory directions that constantly set the actors against each other.

— Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 23 Sep. 2026
Post Malone and Morgan Wallen trade blame over bright guitars and driving percussion, giving the song a playful tension that keeps it moving.

— Brittney Williams, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of giving

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Customer and business intelligence move between every team and platform across the marketing ecosystem, delivering the insights each one needs and carrying new intelligence back.

— Thomas Zawacki, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
At the heart of this baronial vehicle is a pair of permanent magnet synchronous motors delivering nearly 876 hp in Torcal’s most athletic spec.

— Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2026

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