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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 installation, operated by Circus and powered by the company’s proprietary AI software platform, marks a significant milestone for both retail automation and food service automation.
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Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Nov. 2025
FanDuel Sports Network is operated by Main Street Sports Group.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 10 Nov. 2025
The Sentinel-2 satellites, developed and operated by the European Space Agency, use high-resolution optical imaging to monitor land surfaces, coastal zones and inland waters.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 10 Nov. 2025
In 2019 the brand’s parent company was acquired by a pool of Italian investors, who operated the brand through the Design Italia 53 company.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
It will be operated by Arthur Blank, owner of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons and MLS’ Atlanta United FC.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
It was operated by GlobalX, a charter airline, according to ICE Flight Monitor.
—Daniel Gonzalez, USA Today, 9 Nov. 2025
Built in 2019, the apartment complex was operated by Tender Mercies, a nonprofit that provides homes to adults with mental illness.
—Dan Horn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Nov. 2025
But this isn’t the end for the beloved barbecue business, which never had a brick-and-mortar and has largely operated as a caterer for birthday parties, weddings and other events.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2025
Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Nov. 2025
FanDuel Sports Network is operated by Main Street Sports Group.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 10 Nov. 2025
The Sentinel-2 satellites, developed and operated by the European Space Agency, use high-resolution optical imaging to monitor land surfaces, coastal zones and inland waters.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 10 Nov. 2025
In 2019 the brand’s parent company was acquired by a pool of Italian investors, who operated the brand through the Design Italia 53 company.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
It will be operated by Arthur Blank, owner of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons and MLS’ Atlanta United FC.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
It was operated by GlobalX, a charter airline, according to ICE Flight Monitor.
—Daniel Gonzalez, USA Today, 9 Nov. 2025
Built in 2019, the apartment complex was operated by Tender Mercies, a nonprofit that provides homes to adults with mental illness.
—Dan Horn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Nov. 2025
But this isn’t the end for the beloved barbecue business, which never had a brick-and-mortar and has largely operated as a caterer for birthday parties, weddings and other events.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for operated
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Spoelstra used Niko Jovic essentially as the backup center.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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Scott Ford, who was walking in Ault’s group, said that the new lighting system can be used yearround and programmed for seasonal and holiday displays.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Even amid some clunky exposition, Welcome to Derry has at least managed to offer compelling horror set pieces to keep heart rates up.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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In Week 5, Matthew Stafford passed for 389 yards and three touchdowns, but the Rams converted on only four of 10 third downs, and after taking a 17-7 lead into halftime, managed only nine points in the final two quarters and overtime.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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While leading the community services district, Loewen also worked as a business development consultant and senior manager for DTA, according to a confidential investigative report issued in 2023 after residents complained about Loewen’s conduct.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
12 Nov. 2025
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Goldman worked with the NFL on the sale process for the league’s media assets, which were sold to ESPN, and helps owners facilitate franchise transactions, such as the Baltimore Orioles’ sale in 2024.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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This cooling is utilized within Epic Group’s laundry, where high internal temperatures create challenging working conditions.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
11 Nov. 2025
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Tons of artists have utilized the property including Taylor Swift, Korn and Keith Urban, to name a few, the website says.—
TJ Macias,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Nov. 2025
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The Steelers are coming off a 27-20 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, a team that handled the Chargers with relative ease, 38-24, in Week 7.—
Elliott Teaford,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
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The interiors are handled with more finesse.—
Tribune News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
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Through the integration with Tactical Assault Kit software, the team remotely controlled multiple unmanned ground and surface units across a large, 50-square-mile operational area.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
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Staff shortages have led to flow control programs to keep flights safe in other areas, too, like the airspace controlled by Jacksonville Center.—
David Ferrara,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
9 Nov. 2025
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Wearing a Tom Ford tuxedo, the prince posed on the green carpet alongside singers Mendes and Minogue, who both performed at his late mother Queen Elizabeth II's 92nd birthday London concert in 2018.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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That was when the practice began of parents withholding food from children who performed badly on their pre-exams as an incentive to study harder.—
George Packer,
The Atlantic,
6 Nov. 2025
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Macro factors like lower consumer demand, higher material and labor costs, and a trend in consumer trade-down to lower margin tire products have applied significant margin and growth pressure.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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And some Venezuelans, who applied to renew earlier this year, had their TPS extended through early April.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Operated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/operated. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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