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as in guided
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
piloted the figure skater through the national championships
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as in steered
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
the lead rider piloted the rest of the team
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Recent Examples of piloted
Some of the systems on the RFA Lyme Bay can be loaded onto a smaller vessel that can be launched and piloted autonomously from the ship, which acts as a mother ship, waiting outside any potential minefield, Britton said.
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Emma Burrows, Fortune, 24 May 2026
Some of the systems on the RFA Lyme Bay can be loaded onto a smaller vessel that can be launched and piloted autonomously from the ship, which acts as a mother ship, waiting outside any potential minefield, Britton said.
—ABC News, 23 May 2026
The companies had already piloted or deployed AI agents, intelligent automation or autonomous technologies.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2026
The Federal Bureau of Investigations piloted using Pegasus in late 2020 and the first half of 2021, reporting by The New York Times found.
—Jude Joffe-Block, NPR, 19 May 2026
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Emma Burrows, Fortune, 24 May 2026
Some of the systems on the RFA Lyme Bay can be loaded onto a smaller vessel that can be launched and piloted autonomously from the ship, which acts as a mother ship, waiting outside any potential minefield, Britton said.
—ABC News, 23 May 2026
The companies had already piloted or deployed AI agents, intelligent automation or autonomous technologies.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2026
The Federal Bureau of Investigations piloted using Pegasus in late 2020 and the first half of 2021, reporting by The New York Times found.
—Jude Joffe-Block, NPR, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for piloted
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Petite Acres sits on over four scenic acres, where guests can enjoy guided summer activities, including yoga classes on the lawn, fireside concerts, guest-chef dinners, and family movie nights.—
Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
5 June 2026
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Beneath an old wood ceiling is a fireplace and, just beyond, a replica of the lantern that guided Paul Revere when alerting the revolutionary militia that the British were arriving.—
Jayson Buford,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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Previous generations of CEOs will have steered companies through more stable markets, predictable career paths, and clearer industry boundaries.—
David Morel,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The documents suggest the government steered a parkland lease through an unusually fast process that favored a businessman with a financial interest in the site.—
Rick Maese,
Washington Post,
1 June 2026
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Leach coached his teams to wins in 18 games against Top 25 opponents when his team was unranked.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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Steve Baik, who coached Chino Hills to an unbeaten basketball season in 2016 led by brothers Lonzo, LiAngelo and LaMelo Ball, is returning to high school basketball.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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Both passengers have agreed and are required to remain at their residences, have no contact with other people, and participate in daily monitoring activities conducted by local health officials.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
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The tunnel was discovered through intelligence work conducted by agents with the FGR's Criminal Investigation Agency in coordination with Mexico's Security Cabinet.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Also in attendance were Peter Phillips' cousins, Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice, as well as his mother, Princess Anne, and his sister Zara Tindall, who was accompanied by her husband Mike and their daughters, Mia and Lena.—
Stephanie Bridger-Linning,
Vanity Fair,
6 June 2026
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Proving that less is more, Pelley’s words were accompanied by a clearly happy photo of the former long long time CBS News correspondent steering a boat on the seas.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
6 June 2026
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Phelan warns Paxton could cost Republicans the state Former Speaker Dade Phelan led the House during the Paxton impeachment.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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With its overall Life in Balance philosophy, Miraval Resorts and Spas has led the way in recognizing just how valuable and restorative a true connection with other humans and the natural environment can be.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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Although the recent strikes have been much broader, satellite images showed Iran had already rebuilt some of the facilities targeted last June.—
Tamara Qiblawi,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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Videos posted online Saturday showed emotional moments as the men emerged one by one from the cave.—
Jintamas Saksornchai,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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“Piloted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/piloted. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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