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a person who manages or directs something
a program that teaches company executives how to better manage their staffs
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Recent Examples of executives
Questions about the rumors eventually reached Pixar executives.
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Bryan West, USA Today, 5 June 2026
What about the presence of American executives at the festival and market?
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 4 June 2026
The ruling was a significant victory for New York Attorney General Letitia James, who sued the NRA in 2020, accusing LaPierre and other current and former executives of flouting state laws and internal policies to enrich themselves.
—Chloe Atkins, NBC news, 4 June 2026
The Hollywood Reporter recently informally surveyed agents, managers and executives to name who from that world is poised for a breakout, and Phillips was among those names.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026
At the combine, as executives and scouts furrowed their brows and furtively took notes, Mann and I stood on the concourse, watching team personnel watch prospects work out.
—Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 4 June 2026
Despite the occasional presence of industry executives eager to share new product, the atmosphere is anything but corporate.
—Jayson Buford, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
Frustrated with the ongoing issue, AT&T executives invited NPR to join them on a ride-along to witness the problem firsthand.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 4 June 2026
An industry source familiar with the matter told CNN that executives from major prediction companies recently discussed jointly encouraging the CFTC to raise the minimum age from 18 to 21.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
Bryan West, USA Today, 5 June 2026
What about the presence of American executives at the festival and market?
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 4 June 2026
The ruling was a significant victory for New York Attorney General Letitia James, who sued the NRA in 2020, accusing LaPierre and other current and former executives of flouting state laws and internal policies to enrich themselves.
—Chloe Atkins, NBC news, 4 June 2026
The Hollywood Reporter recently informally surveyed agents, managers and executives to name who from that world is poised for a breakout, and Phillips was among those names.
—Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026
At the combine, as executives and scouts furrowed their brows and furtively took notes, Mann and I stood on the concourse, watching team personnel watch prospects work out.
—Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 4 June 2026
Despite the occasional presence of industry executives eager to share new product, the atmosphere is anything but corporate.
—Jayson Buford, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
Frustrated with the ongoing issue, AT&T executives invited NPR to join them on a ride-along to witness the problem firsthand.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 4 June 2026
An industry source familiar with the matter told CNN that executives from major prediction companies recently discussed jointly encouraging the CFTC to raise the minimum age from 18 to 21.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for executives
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For managers unable to afford Vinicius Jr, Raphinha offers a slightly cheaper route into one of the tournament’s most dangerous attacks.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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While many money managers view the company as a unique asset with dominant positions in rocket launches and satellite internet, other long-term investors are questioning whether today’s valuation already reflects much of that optimism.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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There is a reason why, if and when a goal is scored in the opening game between Mexico and South Africa on Thursday afternoon, TV directors will focus on the scenes of agony and ecstasy both on the pitch and in the stands at Estadio Azteca.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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That includes such weighty things as who is on the board of directors overseeing the CEO.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
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The district canceled the event after discussions with school administrators, the resource officer, and Clinton Township police.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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County administrators at first couldn’t say whether a water-main break near the intersection of Bird Road and Southwest 84th Avenue was a result of seismic activity.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
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In 2024, the district launched a review of the English learning program by English learner teachers, lead teachers, an English learners coordinator, division chairs, Advanced Placement instruction staff and assistant superintendents.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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The report follows a contentious few years for the East County high school district, which has seen a revolving door of superintendents, a spate of litigation and a rebellion over layoffs.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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“Executives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/executives. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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