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as in handling
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
as usual, she managed the crisis with a minimum of fuss
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as in supervising
to look after and make decisions about
managed a household and a business simultaneously
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as in coping
to meet one's day-to-day needs
it'll be hard for a few weeks, but we'll manage
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Recent Examples of managing
Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 12 Jan. 2026
The joint company, officially launching in January 2026, will be led by executives Mona Qureshi and Tanya Qureshi, who have been appointed co-managing directors of international.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 12 Nov. 2025
Frank Sixt, the co-managing director of CK Hutchison, said during the port operator’s earnings call on Thursday that the deal’s size and complexity would prevent it from closing in 2025, even if binding agreements were already agreed upon.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 18 Aug. 2025
Scharf is co-managing partner of New York law firm Morrison Cohen.
—Y. David Scharf, New York Daily News, 17 Aug. 2025
Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Thanks to senior managing producer Deborah Unger, program manager Eowyn Burtner, my co-executive producer Amy Scharf, and marketing director Lily Whear.
—Natalia Sánchez Loayza, Scientific American, 26 Feb. 2026
Claudine Ebeid is the executive producer of Atlantic audio, and Andrea Valdez is our managing editor.
—Hanna Rosin, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
Kaycee LeCong, managing director of the family office at Brighton Jones Wealth Management, also noted a risk is that capital gains on collectibles are taxed at 28%, higher than capital gains taxes on stocks that are around 15% and 20%.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2026
Laurène Aigrain, managing director of Africa Go Green Fund said the transaction reflects the funds commitment to backing commercially robust businesses that combine innovation with measurable environmental and social impact.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
This comes as an increasing understanding has formed around the importance of exercise for midlife women’s health, which includes managing menopause symptoms.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 24 Feb. 2026
The Merino wool feels soft and comfortable while regulating temperature and managing moisture, making a noticeable difference during chillier park days—without making your feet overheat.
—Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026
Earlier in the week, Magic managing director Ryan DeVos and other staff helped sort and organize essential resources at The Sharing Center in Orlando.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
Iran’s powerful Revolutionary Guard and other state organs are expected to play central roles in managing any transition.
—Kara Fox, CNN Money, 1 Mar. 2026
That’s because each state has its own system for managing Medicaid, often requiring experts to make customized changes.
—David A. Lieb, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Laffoon says consumers also bear some responsibility for the situation, and managing it into the future.
—Kevin Williams, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2026
Because doctors are generally only able to evaluate blood sugar levels during checkups, people with type 2 diabetes are usually asked to be somewhat responsible for measuring and managing their own blood sugar levels.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Feb. 2026
But the venue, which has lease agreements through 2031 with the Mavericks and the Stars and a busy event calendar, is not a viable option, Wings CEO and managing partner Greg Bibb told The Dallas Morning News on Friday.
—Myah Taylor, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
Exercise Physical activity is among the most effective therapies for managing fatigue.
—Doru Paul, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2026
Local departments of social services were also cited for weaknesses in managing bank accounts, following procurement rules, monitoring contracts and ensuring lawful disbursements.
—J.b. Jennings, Baltimore Sun, 22 Feb. 2026
Adjective
According to Gilles Renouard, co-managing director of Unifrance, the event remains deliberately focused on servicing long-term partners.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 12 Jan. 2026
The joint company, officially launching in January 2026, will be led by executives Mona Qureshi and Tanya Qureshi, who have been appointed co-managing directors of international.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 12 Nov. 2025
Frank Sixt, the co-managing director of CK Hutchison, said during the port operator’s earnings call on Thursday that the deal’s size and complexity would prevent it from closing in 2025, even if binding agreements were already agreed upon.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 18 Aug. 2025
Scharf is co-managing partner of New York law firm Morrison Cohen.
—Y. David Scharf, New York Daily News, 17 Aug. 2025
Noun
Other data centers focus on tasks such as hosting websites, storing files or managing databases.
—Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
Thanks to senior managing producer Deborah Unger, program manager Eowyn Burtner, my co-executive producer Amy Scharf, and marketing director Lily Whear.
—Natalia Sánchez Loayza, Scientific American, 26 Feb. 2026
Claudine Ebeid is the executive producer of Atlantic audio, and Andrea Valdez is our managing editor.
—Hanna Rosin, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
Kaycee LeCong, managing director of the family office at Brighton Jones Wealth Management, also noted a risk is that capital gains on collectibles are taxed at 28%, higher than capital gains taxes on stocks that are around 15% and 20%.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 25 Feb. 2026
Laurène Aigrain, managing director of Africa Go Green Fund said the transaction reflects the funds commitment to backing commercially robust businesses that combine innovation with measurable environmental and social impact.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
This comes as an increasing understanding has formed around the importance of exercise for midlife women’s health, which includes managing menopause symptoms.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 24 Feb. 2026
The Merino wool feels soft and comfortable while regulating temperature and managing moisture, making a noticeable difference during chillier park days—without making your feet overheat.
—Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026
Earlier in the week, Magic managing director Ryan DeVos and other staff helped sort and organize essential resources at The Sharing Center in Orlando.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
Verb
That's because each state has its own system for managing Medicaid, often requiring experts to make customized changes.
—ABC News, 1 Mar. 2026
Iran’s powerful Revolutionary Guard and other state organs are expected to play central roles in managing any transition.
—Kara Fox, CNN Money, 1 Mar. 2026
That’s because each state has its own system for managing Medicaid, often requiring experts to make customized changes.
—David A. Lieb, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
Laffoon says consumers also bear some responsibility for the situation, and managing it into the future.
—Kevin Williams, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2026
Because doctors are generally only able to evaluate blood sugar levels during checkups, people with type 2 diabetes are usually asked to be somewhat responsible for measuring and managing their own blood sugar levels.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Feb. 2026
But the venue, which has lease agreements through 2031 with the Mavericks and the Stars and a busy event calendar, is not a viable option, Wings CEO and managing partner Greg Bibb told The Dallas Morning News on Friday.
—Myah Taylor, Dallas Morning News, 27 Feb. 2026
Exercise Physical activity is among the most effective therapies for managing fatigue.
—Doru Paul, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2026
Local departments of social services were also cited for weaknesses in managing bank accounts, following procurement rules, monitoring contracts and ensuring lawful disbursements.
—J.b. Jennings, Baltimore Sun, 22 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for managing
Noun
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But while the hard work of saving may be seemingly complete right now, the next level of determining where to store that money can be equally as difficult.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
24 Feb. 2026
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However, the law cannot take effect unless Congress changes federal law to allow states to adopt permanent daylight saving time.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Although its role is limited to coordinating referrals, Carenector is working with independent security auditors to validate that its operational and data-handling practices align with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
26 Feb. 2026
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The Humane World for Animals helped with documenting the scene, handling the cats and providing veterinary care, officials said.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Then, if that wasn't enough executive production for you, Helen Leigh and Cory Walker are also on board as co-executive producers, with Shaun O’Neil, Jeff Allen, and Dan Duncan serving as the series' supervising directors.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
25 Feb. 2026
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The board is responsible for supervising the superintendent, stewarding the budget responsibly and creating policy that aligns with community values.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Her father Jeremy Nemeth says coping with the news that federal funding will be ending has been hard.—
Karen Morfitt,
CBS News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Cape Cod and the South Shore are still coping with the wrath of the Blizzard of ’26.—
Joe Dwinell,
Boston Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The podcast paints Jordan as an increasingly controlling and abusive on-and-off-again boyfriend of Arceneaux's who at one point gave her three pages of rules to follow, like sharing social media passwords and her location.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
24 Jan. 2026
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Rousseau is a notoriously controlling and meticulous leader, obsessed with optics and strict about the physical fitness of his members.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
15 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Morgan Stanley's comments on the AI spending environment were encouraging, addressing a key debate in the marketplace.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2026
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Another focal point will be a spotlight on distribution, addressing efforts to give African filmmakers greater access to cinemas, streaming platforms and hybrid exhibition models and ensure homegrown content reaches audiences.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There would be another bite at the apple but not a fourth, the judge overseeing the case warned.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Feb. 2026
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The longtime Wallingford Democrat serves today as an assistant Deputy Speaker Pro Tempore overseeing the chamber at times during debates.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Instead, members devoted every waking breath to restoring Sharia and, by doing so, heralding a new era of blind and impartial justice.—
Anand Gopal,
New Yorker,
28 Feb. 2026
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Eventually, someone or some nation will aggressively stand up to this bully, and the consequences of doing so could be significant for the entire world.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Managing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/managing. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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