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present tense third-person singular of operate
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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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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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to put into action or service
- wouldn't dream of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol
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