1
as in guiding
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
the man in the train station was able to steer us in the right direction
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2
as in piloting
to operate or control the course of
first needed to learn how to steer her personal watercraft before going out on the crowded lake
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as in management
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Recent Examples of steering
Liam Rappleye, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
AccuWeather Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva, however, previously told that because the steering flow is light this week, the storm has a greater chance of meandering outside its forecast path.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The sport drive mode improved steering feel, transmission and throttle response.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
These fins, 50 percent larger and stronger, will play a vital role in steering, slowing, and eventually allowing the rocket to be caught mid-air by the launch tower’s arms for rapid reusability.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2025
The driver attempted to correct, steering left back onto the road, and crossed into the northbound lane.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Oct. 2025
With independent motors, you'll be treated to four-wheel steering for precise handling, and torque vectoring on each axle to switch up the way the car drives.
—New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2025
Beyond the Padres steering the 5-3 lead to the Game 2 victory, Bevacqua reaped other lifetime rewards from his three-run swing.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Oct. 2025
Block steering has been overhauled to give you more control when engaged in a one-on-one block against an offensive lineman.
—Jeffrey L. Wilson, PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2025
Andy Kroll, ProPublica, 20 Oct. 2025
Experiments with preclinical mouse models suggest that those affected by this type of breast cancer and who have obesity could benefit from lipid-lowering therapies and steering clear of high-fat weight loss regimens—like the keto diet.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Donna was known for taking control of all aspects of her three children’s future, steering them to become a doctor, a periodontist and a lawyer, according to the Herald’s previous reporting.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
One of the passengers had shown Matney a cell phone video in which everyone on the boat was drinking and Paul was steering the boat.
—Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 15 Oct. 2025
The upshot is that technical solutions or legal interventions will not ultimately be the thing that helps our kids make full use of the numerous benefits of AI while also steering clear of its worst traits.
—Kevin Frazier, Twin Cities, 15 Oct. 2025
Nonetheless, Newsom is seemingly determined to take the reins of his party as no other Democratic challenger has shown much promise in steering them towards victory in 2028.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
In another study, a team led by Rahil Makadia of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign developed a method for identifying the safest regions on an asteroid to strike with a deflection mission, without accidentally steering it back toward Earth.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 13 Oct. 2025
The Patriots have taken the high road, steering clear of the public sniping.
—Dianna Russini, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
Verb
On top of nimbler steering for a larger vehicle, the Escalade IQ offers plush suspension through adaptive air suspension and magnetic ride control.
—Liam Rappleye, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
AccuWeather Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva, however, previously told that because the steering flow is light this week, the storm has a greater chance of meandering outside its forecast path.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The sport drive mode improved steering feel, transmission and throttle response.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
These fins, 50 percent larger and stronger, will play a vital role in steering, slowing, and eventually allowing the rocket to be caught mid-air by the launch tower’s arms for rapid reusability.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2025
The driver attempted to correct, steering left back onto the road, and crossed into the northbound lane.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Oct. 2025
With independent motors, you'll be treated to four-wheel steering for precise handling, and torque vectoring on each axle to switch up the way the car drives.
—New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2025
Beyond the Padres steering the 5-3 lead to the Game 2 victory, Bevacqua reaped other lifetime rewards from his three-run swing.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Oct. 2025
Block steering has been overhauled to give you more control when engaged in a one-on-one block against an offensive lineman.
—Jeffrey L. Wilson, PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2025
Noun
In May, an official with Citizens for Renewing America, a group founded by Vought, credited Vought with steering DOGE’s cuts.
—Andy Kroll, ProPublica, 20 Oct. 2025
Experiments with preclinical mouse models suggest that those affected by this type of breast cancer and who have obesity could benefit from lipid-lowering therapies and steering clear of high-fat weight loss regimens—like the keto diet.
—Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Donna was known for taking control of all aspects of her three children’s future, steering them to become a doctor, a periodontist and a lawyer, according to the Herald’s previous reporting.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
One of the passengers had shown Matney a cell phone video in which everyone on the boat was drinking and Paul was steering the boat.
—Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 15 Oct. 2025
The upshot is that technical solutions or legal interventions will not ultimately be the thing that helps our kids make full use of the numerous benefits of AI while also steering clear of its worst traits.
—Kevin Frazier, Twin Cities, 15 Oct. 2025
Nonetheless, Newsom is seemingly determined to take the reins of his party as no other Democratic challenger has shown much promise in steering them towards victory in 2028.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
In another study, a team led by Rahil Makadia of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign developed a method for identifying the safest regions on an asteroid to strike with a deflection mission, without accidentally steering it back toward Earth.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 13 Oct. 2025
The Patriots have taken the high road, steering clear of the public sniping.
—Dianna Russini, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steering
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But in this case, the Nuggets might not have enough room on their books for Watson next summer, if avoiding the second apron remains a guiding principle for team ownership.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
26 Oct. 2025
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Many feature regions with differing mechanical properties, guiding robots with complex, adaptable movements.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Oct. 2025
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OpenAI’s other top rival, Anthropic, is piloting a Chrome extension to integrate its own chatbot, Claude, into the browser.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
22 Oct. 2025
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The best-case scenario for a boat captain piloting a cruise during such a tsunami is to be in the open ocean in deep water and ride out the swell.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
22 Oct. 2025
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Vishal Shah will lead AI product management, per an internal memo.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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Our software integrates with any retail management system (RMS) or warehouse management system (WMS) to make donating more seamless than ever before, unlocking environmental, social and governance (ESG) wins, operational savings and brand loyalty in one platform.—
Andre Claudio,
Sourcing Journal,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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While on his jobs, Colter often has close calls with law enforcement, leading Reenie, a lawyer, to swoop in and save the day.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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Awards will include the Tokyo Projects Award, worth $13,300 (JPY2M), selected by an industry jury; the Asian Gen‑Z Award, worth $3,300 (JPY500,000), chosen by a committee of Gen-Z film students; as well as in-kind awards from leading Asian post-production houses White Light and Kongchak.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Springsteen has been open over the years about navigating depression, which began to get serious during his early 30s.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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Set in the early 20th-century Pacific Northwest, the film stars Joel Edgerton as Robert Grainier, a solitary railroad worker navigating profound personal loss as the American frontier expands around him.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Johnson reportedly regained control of the vehicle and attempted to flee again, but police executed a ramming technique, known as a tactical vehicle intervention, to disable the vehicle, the release says.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Oct. 2025
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Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This constant barrage overshadows the self-care experience, hijacking my focus and frankly, tiring me out.—
Caelan McMichael,
Allure,
7 Oct. 2025
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These devices emit bursts of electromagnetic energy across multiple bands, effectively blinding or hijacking most standard FPV drones that depend on Wi-Fi or radio.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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China has been building the world’s largest navy, launching high-tech warships at a frenetic pace under the leadership of Xi Jinping, putting pressure on the United States and its Pacific allies to keep pace.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
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The Sherman Phoenix board of directors has committed to strengthening leadership and accountability.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Steering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steering. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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