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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
The $21 million amphitheater will be operated and managed by Legends / ASM Global, which operates 13 similar facilities nationwide, including the Greek Theatre.
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Austin Turner, CBS News, 6 June 2026
The Cigna Group and Hartford Insurance Group have operated for more than two centuries, evolving alongside the industries—and risks—they were originally created to insure.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Britton-Harr, who continued to email over 400 members who had joined his program with promises of a fresh restart, seemingly operated a few flights.
—Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
The forces operated out of several locations in southern Azerbaijan, two of the sources said, adjacent to Iran’s northern border and, at its closest point, only about 60 miles from the Iranian city of Tabriz, which Israel struck during the war.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
At the time, the route was operated by Hawaiian Airlines aboard an Airbus A330-200 and promised a smooth 10-hour journey complete with high-speed Wi-Fi, themed dining, and premium in-flight entertainment.
—Jalyn Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2026
This interactive feature is operated by a third party.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 5 June 2026
Machado also operated a gun sales business on the property.
—Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2026
The hotel, located on Reagan Drive, is owned and operated by a woman named Jessica Woodard, according to Ferguson.
—Jeff A. Chamer
may 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2026
Austin Turner, CBS News, 6 June 2026
The Cigna Group and Hartford Insurance Group have operated for more than two centuries, evolving alongside the industries—and risks—they were originally created to insure.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 6 June 2026
Britton-Harr, who continued to email over 400 members who had joined his program with promises of a fresh restart, seemingly operated a few flights.
—Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
The forces operated out of several locations in southern Azerbaijan, two of the sources said, adjacent to Iran’s northern border and, at its closest point, only about 60 miles from the Iranian city of Tabriz, which Israel struck during the war.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
At the time, the route was operated by Hawaiian Airlines aboard an Airbus A330-200 and promised a smooth 10-hour journey complete with high-speed Wi-Fi, themed dining, and premium in-flight entertainment.
—Jalyn Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2026
This interactive feature is operated by a third party.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 5 June 2026
Machado also operated a gun sales business on the property.
—Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2026
The hotel, located on Reagan Drive, is owned and operated by a woman named Jessica Woodard, according to Ferguson.
—Jeff A. Chamer
may 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for operated
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The video and the SCE data offer proof that the 100-year-old line, which hadn’t been used since the early 1970s, became re-electrified and sparked the fire that killed 19 people and destroyed thousands of homes in Altadena and surrounding areas, attorneys say.—
Tony Saavedra,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
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Now a national historic landmark, Iolani Palace has been restored to its former glory after almost 80 years of being used as a government building.—
Alia Beard Rau,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Any improvements to the crappie house and boat slips would have to be managed by Plyler, Spicer said.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 May 2026
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But this divide cannot be managed if it’s not measured.—
Matt Rosenbaum,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Each one she’s ever worked with has their own unique personality.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Director Max Winkler worked closely with the two actors to create a rapport that could inform their face-offs, which operate on rage and fear.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
6 June 2026
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The White House South Lawn, where the arena is located, is a place often utilized by presidents.—
Isabella Murray,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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Jalen Tolbert was Willis’ favorite target Wednesday, utilized in every period to move the chains for the offense.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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But Weiss handled the booking and gave Netanyahu the option to select Garrett.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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But the path from prototype to production at scale remains fragmented, handled by a patchwork of specialized suppliers or brave product companies building proprietary deployment and maintenance pipelines.—
Bill Curtis,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Elinor Dashwood is the epitome of Sense—self-contained, controlled, restrained.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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Of California’s 58 counties, only in OC is the investment portfolio not controlled by the treasurer-tax collector.—
John Seiler,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
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Two groups of ultras performed choreographed routines of chants and jumping, backed by drums and trumpets.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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For example, trick roping performed by horse riders that don’t actually lasso animals or choreographed riding to music are not included in the ban.—
Melissa Gomez,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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City attorney Andrea Leslie-Fite told council members the moratorium cannot be applied to projects that were already approved because of constraints within state law.—
Mary Ramsey
Updated June 8,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
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More than 32,000 fans applied to be selected.—
Damian Calhoun,
Oc Register,
8 June 2026
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“Operated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/operated. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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