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as in managers
a person who manages or directs something
the new director of the company plans to make a number of changes in daily operations
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as in producers
a person who supervises the production of a stage show
the director of the drama club's next production will be a student
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Recent Examples of directors
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.
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 25 Feb. 2026
Famously outspoken with directors, Duvall frequently clashed with Beresford on set while pushing for a more improvisational approach.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 2026
There will surely be no shortage of producers, directors, actors and distributors lining up to be a part of this project.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
Of the 126 features screening at this year’s event, 10 UK premieres from first and second-time directors are set to compete for the festival’s Audience Award, the festival’s sole competitive strand.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2026
Some leaders, producers and directors were not amused by Goldberg, saying her remarks were insulting and dismissive of a serious fight to gain diversity within the motion picture industry.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
The eventuality isn’t a surprise considering his 46-79 record and the dwindling fan support at Jenny Craig Pavilion, but the timing is, given that athletic directors typically wait until the end of the season to announce a move.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
For almost a century, directors have found novel ways to imbue the subgenre with wit and hard truths.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 18 Feb. 2026
Chairman George McCaskey, one of four McCaskey sons on the board of directors, will remain the face of ownership.
—Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Richard Brody, New Yorker, 25 Feb. 2026
Famously outspoken with directors, Duvall frequently clashed with Beresford on set while pushing for a more improvisational approach.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 2026
There will surely be no shortage of producers, directors, actors and distributors lining up to be a part of this project.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 25 Feb. 2026
Of the 126 features screening at this year’s event, 10 UK premieres from first and second-time directors are set to compete for the festival’s Audience Award, the festival’s sole competitive strand.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2026
Some leaders, producers and directors were not amused by Goldberg, saying her remarks were insulting and dismissive of a serious fight to gain diversity within the motion picture industry.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
The eventuality isn’t a surprise considering his 46-79 record and the dwindling fan support at Jenny Craig Pavilion, but the timing is, given that athletic directors typically wait until the end of the season to announce a move.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
For almost a century, directors have found novel ways to imbue the subgenre with wit and hard truths.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 18 Feb. 2026
Chairman George McCaskey, one of four McCaskey sons on the board of directors, will remain the face of ownership.
—Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for directors
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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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Gough, Millar, and Burton are all executive producers.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
23 Feb. 2026
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Kate Bush and Goldfrapp are among the female producers to be nominated over the years, but ultimately did not collect the prize.—
Thomas Smith,
Billboard,
23 Feb. 2026
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Analysts and tech executives have warned that the memory shortage will persist well into next year.—
Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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Indeed, many technology executives broke with industry norms and openly backed Trump in 2024.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Other musicians, stage directors, choreographers and dancers may be invited in.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Jan. 2026
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The campus remains under lockdown as administrators and law enforcement follow protocol to clear the campus room by room.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Feb. 2026
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The committee plans to communicate with administrators and staff directly, including the Skokie Park District and Skokie Public Library’s youth and team resource programs.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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First-year superintendents include Stephen Bournes in East Chicago, Matthew Hicks in Munster, Leigh Barnes in Union Township, and Paige McNulty in Tri-Township.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2026
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The superintendents' pleas come as school districts have struggled with funding issues and declining enrollment statewide, causing many to cut costs and slow hiring.—
Kayla Huynh,
jsonline.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Fifty-four percent of court supervisors are also gone — which means that those who remain are managing multiple courts at once.—
Ximena Bustillo,
NPR,
23 Feb. 2026
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The suit alleges that DCFS investigators and supervisors were aware of reports of domestic violence in the home but failed to take the reports seriously and conducted an improper investigation.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Directors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/directors. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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