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a person who manages or directs something
we wanted an exemption from the policy regarding refunds, but the store manager refused
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Recent Examples of managers
Surrounded by managers and coaches, the band reviewed staging concepts for the performance at Seoul’s Olympic Hall, and repeatedly ran through the steps to the 20-song setlist.
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Rebecca Cairns, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
Large alternative asset managers such as Apollo Global Management and TPG have also unveiled sports units.
—Luisa Beltran, Sportico.com, 18 Feb. 2026
Profit margins have been contracting for asset managers for years as an increasing chunk of client money has switched from active to passive management.
—Ian King, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
These quarterly stock portfolio filings don’t make clear whether Buffett made every move or whether one of Berkshire’s other investment managers did.
—Josh Funk, Fortune, 18 Feb. 2026
At age 25, his upside is still considerable, but many fantasy managers remain wary after experiencing his extreme hot-and-cold stretches.
—Derek Vanriper, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2026
During a takeover, TEA appoints a new board of managers and a new superintendent to govern the district.
—Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 18 Feb. 2026
The funding round draws support from major alternative asset managers, signaling a shift in how the private sector views advanced nuclear deployment.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
Here are 10 players who are available or could become available that co-general managers Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace could target.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
Rebecca Cairns, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
Large alternative asset managers such as Apollo Global Management and TPG have also unveiled sports units.
—Luisa Beltran, Sportico.com, 18 Feb. 2026
Profit margins have been contracting for asset managers for years as an increasing chunk of client money has switched from active to passive management.
—Ian King, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
These quarterly stock portfolio filings don’t make clear whether Buffett made every move or whether one of Berkshire’s other investment managers did.
—Josh Funk, Fortune, 18 Feb. 2026
At age 25, his upside is still considerable, but many fantasy managers remain wary after experiencing his extreme hot-and-cold stretches.
—Derek Vanriper, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2026
During a takeover, TEA appoints a new board of managers and a new superintendent to govern the district.
—Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 18 Feb. 2026
The funding round draws support from major alternative asset managers, signaling a shift in how the private sector views advanced nuclear deployment.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
Here are 10 players who are available or could become available that co-general managers Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace could target.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for managers
Noun
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Company executives knew idle transmission lines could spark wildfires.—
Melody Petersen,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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French President Emmanuel Macron blasted tech company executives of social media platforms over refusals to limit or restrict speech.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Because like the Dolomites here, college athletic administrators and bad decisions are permanent.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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In some districts, like Hays CISD and Austin ISD, administrators have asked students to remain in school, rather than continue to host protests that take them out of the classroom.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
16 Feb. 2026
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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,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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Last month, university presidents and athletic directors could not come to an agreement on how many teams should be added so the bracket will remain at 12 for the 2026 season.—
Cedric Golden,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Feb. 2026
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It’s also been talked about by superintendents past and present.—
Morgan Matzen,
Sioux Falls Argus Leader,
17 Feb. 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,
9 Feb. 2026
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After that, winery owners, community leaders and others began discussions with county supervisors, with the hope of making changes to the ordinance, including allowing live music, which was growing in popularity.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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The recommendations call for the aviation agency to implement time limitations for air traffic control supervisors, improve training, limit some commercial air traffic at busy airports, improve crash avoidance technology and amend helicopter route design criteria.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Managers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/managers. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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