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as in used
to control the mechanical operation of
do not operate heavy machinery, including cars, after taking this medication
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as in managed
to look after and make decisions about
it takes years to learn how to operate that kind of business so that it makes money
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as in worked
to produce a desired effect
the medicine will take an hour or so to operate the first time you use it
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as in utilized
to put into action or service
wouldn't dream of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol
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Recent Examples of operated
Zelenskyy didn't identify the countries involved but said Ukrainian personnel operated across several nations, helping strengthen their air defense systems.
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Brian Dakss, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
Reporting from Colorado News 9 in 2025 uncovered that Flock Safety had operated a pilot program that allowed federal agencies, such as Customs and Border Protection, to send invites to local law enforcement agencies.
—Tanya Babbar, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2026
Charter schools are similar to public schools in being publicly funded and tuition-free, but they are independently operated under agreements with the government.
—Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
But this arrangement was made possible by a 2024 deal with two other firms that provided the necessary infrastructure—Palantir and Amazon Web Services (AWS)—which operated the secure software platforms and cloud services that host the AI.
—Erik German, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Called Expeditionary PathMaster, the system is a scalable and interoperable solution, ready to go from harbour to open sea – and can be operated from the shore, from a rib, a mine hunting ship or any platform.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 11 Apr. 2026
The ambulance that struck her was operated by Maimonides Medical Center, which suspended two emergency responders involved in the crash.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 4 Apr. 2026
Today is a fishing day, and there won’t be enough space on the quay to launch the Jasus Tristani — one of the two rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) operated by Tristan’s Fisheries Department — until all the lobster fishing boats head out to sea.
—NPR, 4 Apr. 2026
New, smaller 14-passenger buses replaced the older buses and will be operated by six full-time drivers and 15 part-time drivers who have been retrained on the new buses that will travel along routes 410, 411, and 412, according to the mayor.
—Elizabeth Owens-Schiele, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
Brian Dakss, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
Reporting from Colorado News 9 in 2025 uncovered that Flock Safety had operated a pilot program that allowed federal agencies, such as Customs and Border Protection, to send invites to local law enforcement agencies.
—Tanya Babbar, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2026
Charter schools are similar to public schools in being publicly funded and tuition-free, but they are independently operated under agreements with the government.
—Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
But this arrangement was made possible by a 2024 deal with two other firms that provided the necessary infrastructure—Palantir and Amazon Web Services (AWS)—which operated the secure software platforms and cloud services that host the AI.
—Erik German, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Called Expeditionary PathMaster, the system is a scalable and interoperable solution, ready to go from harbour to open sea – and can be operated from the shore, from a rib, a mine hunting ship or any platform.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 11 Apr. 2026
The ambulance that struck her was operated by Maimonides Medical Center, which suspended two emergency responders involved in the crash.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 4 Apr. 2026
Today is a fishing day, and there won’t be enough space on the quay to launch the Jasus Tristani — one of the two rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) operated by Tristan’s Fisheries Department — until all the lobster fishing boats head out to sea.
—NPR, 4 Apr. 2026
New, smaller 14-passenger buses replaced the older buses and will be operated by six full-time drivers and 15 part-time drivers who have been retrained on the new buses that will travel along routes 410, 411, and 412, according to the mayor.
—Elizabeth Owens-Schiele, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for operated
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Henry Kissinger used that argument to explain why academic feuds are so bitter.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
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Copper wiring, which was used for communications for decades, is one of the first things being replaced.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Both institutions got their start much like Tunnel, when artists managed to nab inexpensive real estate decades ago.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2026
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In an era where heads are quickly turned by enticing name, image and likeness and revenue-sharing deals, Georgia managed to retain the most talent of any starting lineup in the Southeastern Conference in 2026.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Sharing the ball helps fuel Magic winning streak The Magic got the win over the Bulls by sticking to what’s worked best during Orlando’s five-game winning streak.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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The system worked properly to prevent tripping of additional breakers.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
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Bain would likely struggle in a 3-4 scheme, but would best be utilized in a wide-9 scheme, which Miami could potentially run.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2026
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The Next Gen Road Safety Act will help close the gap between what technology is available and what technology is actually utilized, with an ultimate goal of reducing pursuit crashes, injuries and deaths, according to Friedman.—
Sierra van der Brug,
Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The incident management and incident response is primarily handled by the teens.—
Ashley Portillo,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Most of the cases are expected to be handled by the Orange-Osceola State Attorney’s Office and the Office of Statewide Prosecution.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Apr. 2026
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For the first time all season, both stars controlled the game — just at different times.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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These images are easy to fake or are displayed on fraudulent websites controlled by the scammer.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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The finding marks the first time a new kind of chemical experiment has been performed on another planet.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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The device performed well throughout these procedures with no failures or safety issues, allowing researchers to collect complete, high-quality datasets from all eight surgical patients.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Apr. 2026
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Andrew, a senior, applied in the fall of 1984.—
John McPhee,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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More than 2,800 households have applied for the compensation program.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Operated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/operated. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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