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quarterback

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of quarterback

to be in charge of

she was tapped to quarterback the upcoming gubernatorial campaign

Synonyms of quarterback

boss, captain, handle, head, overlook, oversee, superintend, supervise

Words Related to quarterback

administer, command, control, direct, guide, manage, order, run, shepherd, show, steer

monitor, preside (over)

govern, reign, rule

Phrases Synonymous with quarterback

call the shots (of), call the tune (for), ride herd on, watch over

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