as in managers
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
However, some oil executives have expressed discomfort with the idea of sending capital into Venezuela.
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Moriah Thomas, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
Starmer has brought a delegation of nearly 60 British business executives and organization leaders on this trip.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Comcast executives said during an earnings call that Peacock reduced its full-year losses by $700 million compared to 2024.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
Three former top executives, including two past CFOs, have been charged.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
All three former executives worked in Mecklenburg County, according to court documents.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2026
These are typically ultra-high-net-worth buyers — entrepreneurs, senior executives and company founders — seeking privacy, an exceptional year-round lifestyle and long-term value in a welcoming community with limited supply and global appeal.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Media executives have been gearing up for AI to deal the journalism industry a fatal blow as the advent of the tech has left devastating holes in web traffic.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 22 Jan. 2026
Moriah Thomas, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
Starmer has brought a delegation of nearly 60 British business executives and organization leaders on this trip.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Comcast executives said during an earnings call that Peacock reduced its full-year losses by $700 million compared to 2024.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
Three former top executives, including two past CFOs, have been charged.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
All three former executives worked in Mecklenburg County, according to court documents.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2026
These are typically ultra-high-net-worth buyers — entrepreneurs, senior executives and company founders — seeking privacy, an exceptional year-round lifestyle and long-term value in a welcoming community with limited supply and global appeal.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Media executives have been gearing up for AI to deal the journalism industry a fatal blow as the advent of the tech has left devastating holes in web traffic.
—Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for executives
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Some managers with a large team will not be always aware of your daily workload and available capacity.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The airline will have several managers and day-to-day staff for check-ins and at the gates.—
Chase Jordan
January 28,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Jan. 2026
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Theologians, mathematicians, and film directors all know how to read.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
28 Jan. 2026
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The game was played in the midst of the Cold War with sky-high global tensions, and the directors want everyone to remember that.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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School administrators emphasized that the reopening represents months of coordination across agencies, contractors, educators, and local leaders to ensure the campus is safe, operational and ready to welcome students home.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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For decades, legislative leaders called upon both senior administrators to train new staff, new legislators and lobbyists, a job for which Keane was perfect.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
26 Jan. 2026
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Other superintendents disputed their salaries as defined in the data.—
Phoebe Quinton,
AJC.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The Oklahoman asked superintendents, principals, teachers, and guidance counselors from across the Oklahoma City area to participate in the Student of the Week program by sending nominations for their student.—
Darla Rivera,
Oklahoman,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Executives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/executives. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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