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
Yurii Zinchenko, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
This could also indicate issues with the suspension or steering system, Bishop said.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Freep.com, 10 Sep. 2025
In the Pacific, similar upper-level steering patterns in the atmosphere have influenced the direction of Hurricane Kiko, passing well north of Hawaii.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
The upgrades provide sharper steering and handling.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2025
The closest to a manufacturer's warranty, the Diamond plan offers bumper-to-bumper coverage, including the engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brakes, fuel, A/C and electronics.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
Julia Korn, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Putting structures in place keeps emotions from steering decisions off course.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 13 Sep. 2025
The Dutchman is single-handedly steering the team as his teammate, Yuki Tsunoda, struggles to adapt to the RB21 following his promotion from Racing Bulls ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix.
—Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Lecornu now faces the dual challenge of steering France out of its financial morass while leading a government braced for mass protests.
—Saskya Vandoorne, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
This will mark the first time LL Cool J, 57, is steering the ship solo.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
The Joe and Jill Biden Foundation this past week approved a 13-person governance board that is charged with steering the project.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Sep. 2025
Ungoverners will not prove capable of managing the economy, of steering policy in a prudent way, or of generally delivering results.
—Russell Muirhead, Foreign Affairs, 5 Sep. 2025
But Warren also gave off the impression he will be heavily involved in steering everything.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
That meant focusing on steering feedback, driver position and structural rigidity, along with functional aesthetics.
—Yurii Zinchenko, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
This could also indicate issues with the suspension or steering system, Bishop said.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Freep.com, 10 Sep. 2025
In the Pacific, similar upper-level steering patterns in the atmosphere have influenced the direction of Hurricane Kiko, passing well north of Hawaii.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
The upgrades provide sharper steering and handling.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2025
The closest to a manufacturer's warranty, the Diamond plan offers bumper-to-bumper coverage, including the engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brakes, fuel, A/C and electronics.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
Trying to satisfy every stakeholder spreads you thin and risks steering the product off course.
—Julia Korn, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Putting structures in place keeps emotions from steering decisions off course.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 13 Sep. 2025
The Dutchman is single-handedly steering the team as his teammate, Yuki Tsunoda, struggles to adapt to the RB21 following his promotion from Racing Bulls ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix.
—Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Lecornu now faces the dual challenge of steering France out of its financial morass while leading a government braced for mass protests.
—Saskya Vandoorne, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
This will mark the first time LL Cool J, 57, is steering the ship solo.
—Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
The Joe and Jill Biden Foundation this past week approved a 13-person governance board that is charged with steering the project.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Sep. 2025
Ungoverners will not prove capable of managing the economy, of steering policy in a prudent way, or of generally delivering results.
—Russell Muirhead, Foreign Affairs, 5 Sep. 2025
But Warren also gave off the impression he will be heavily involved in steering everything.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steering
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In such cases, an AI assistant will be vital for decision-making, monitoring health, and guiding experiments.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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The coach who turned 100 last month perhaps is best known for guiding Buffalo to four straight Super Bowls and, alas, losing all four.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
12 Sep. 2025
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The hearing was the third in as many years in the halls of Congress since fiery testimony in July 2023 reignited public fascination in UFOs – not to mention the possibility that aliens are piloting them.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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According to the Advocate, the IRS is piloting a program to assist taxpayers without appointments at select TAC locations.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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So, an important part of MASH management is managing your weight.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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According to a post on the LBC Facebook page, management is still in the process of fully realizing its plans for the Milwaukee site.—
Angelika Ytuarte,
jsonline.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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American Clean Power's Grumet said that energy policy has become a core aspect of each party's political base, leading each party to campaign and then govern based on energy ideology rather than pragmatism which, in turn, creates instability.—
Jeff Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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The Transportation Department proposed to unwind the venture in July, leading the airlines to object.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Rip currents are formidable natural forces, but knowing how to react can significantly increase your chances of safely navigating these challenging waters.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Sep. 2025
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The same principle holds true in the battlefield of business—particularly for organizations on the cusp of rapid growth or navigating significant transformation.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Somehow, the Hollywood star was still welcomed into the cockpit by the starstruck flight crew and allowed to briefly take control of the airliner.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Shut out of control of the White House and both chambers of Congress, Democrats are seeking to rebuild their brand with the American electorate following a poor performance during the 2024 presidential election.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The hacker’s malware focuses on stealing cryptocurrency by hijacking and manipulating the user's browser.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
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In fact, because hijacking passenger planes was common in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) amended their safety regulations in 1972 and started requiring large passenger aircraft exits to be designed so that they can’t be opened during flight.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Aug. 2025
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This cycle of reactionary leadership not only stifles innovation but also erodes trust and morale within organizations.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Then came Israel’s attack this week, targeting Hamas’ political leadership in Doha.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Steering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steering. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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