stage-manage

Definition of stage-managenext

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Recent Examples of stage-manage So is the expectation that life itself can be stage-managed into submission. Literary Hub, 22 Apr. 2026 But when the show never ends, the need to stage-manage doesn’t either. Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 21 Apr. 2026 For example, with the Foundation’s stage-managing, downtown Mount Vernon saw the rebuild (with AF funds) of a former town square eyesore that is now the lovely Mount Vernon Grand Hotel. Jack Fowler, National Review, 4 July 2025 Taylor Swift and Katy Perry’s feud — over backup dancers, of all things — was still partly stage-managed. Remy Blumenfeld, HollywoodReporter, 5 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for stage-manage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stage-manage
Verb
  • Brughmans’ work outside of protecting his own goal is equally interesting.
    Matt Pyzdrowski, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Rice lipids and jojoba oil seal in moisture and replenish the skin barrier, while 2% ectoin soothes redness and protects against water loss.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Ultimately, that is why smart policymakers don’t try to micromanage economic systems.
    Erik Sherman, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Alston also alleged the trustees micromanaged the hiring of key leaders.
    Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 22 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The two measures were among 13 bills Newsom enacted as a package designed to safeguard young people from technology seen as putting them at risk, including greater online privacy protection for minors.
    Reuters, NBC news, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The world's largest oil buyer has slashed its imports after the war broke out, tapping into its stockpiles, keeping a lid on global oil prices and safeguarding its economy.
    Anniek Bao, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Cowboys guard Tyler Smith will miss four to six weeks with a thumb injury.
    Chris Branch, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • One year later, after being combative and guarded in his rookie season, that armor appears to be coming off.
    Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 6 Sep. 2026

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“Stage-manage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stage-manage. Accessed 11 Sep. 2026.

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