stage-managing

Definition of stage-managingnext
present participle of stage-manage

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for stage-managing
Verb
  • That’s why the original voices of legacy filmmakers are worth protecting, even when some of that group’s AI advocates seem hell-bent on acting against the industry’s long-term best interests.
    Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 31 May 2026
  • This melanin is not foolproof in protecting your skin, though.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Verb
  • The document itself is an odd grab-bag of micromanaging grant processes, assertion of presidential power, and airing of cultural grievances.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 29 May 2026
  • That might look like remembering the name of a tenant’s dog, checking in on how a vendor’s week is going or finding ways to motivate your staff without micromanaging them.
    Alex Vasquez, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Verb
  • Hong Kong authorities said the law clearly stipulates that human rights shall be respected and protected in safeguarding national security.
    ABC News, ABC News, 3 June 2026
  • Leikauf said his top priorities include safeguarding public funds, increasing efficiency and providing accountability.
    Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 3 June 2026
Verb
  • Robinson might not draw the primary defensive assignment guarding Spurs star big man Victor Wembanyama, a job that could fall to the Knicks' fleet of wings, but Robinson's offensive rebounding will be critical in not allowing second-chance opportunities.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 4 June 2026
  • This nickel corner competition will be interesting with Thornton; the soon-to-be second-year player made a play last week guarding wide receiver Chris Brazzell on a deep pass.
    Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Verb
  • Some riders were mounted, while others were leading horses by hand when the startled animals broke free, the outlet said.
    Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
  • Many people still see the company as that, but the truth is that SpaceX went from nothing to the leading orbital launch provider on the planet in a remarkably short time.
    David Szondy May 31, New Atlas, 31 May 2026
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“Stage-managing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stage-managing. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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