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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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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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Recent Examples of steering
Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2026
On the road, the bZ is quiet and comfortable, with responsive steering and plenty of power for passing.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
Sensing there are stretches that require at least a modicum of steering, Brettkelly gets one or two of the older guys to do somewhat jarring off-camera narration/summation, in which the speaker is identified in subtitles in some instances and not others.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 16 Feb. 2026
Sea-Doo has also added a hydraulic steering damper to reduce unwanted steering input and improve stability when riding at high speed.
—New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
Michael Frith, former executive vice president and creative producer of Henson Productions, recalled Muppet steering salvos in an oral history told to Slate’s Studio360.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 9 Feb. 2026
Full steering lock to one side or the other while asking the differentials to propel a 5,900-pound SUV without any wheelspin is tough.
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 4 Feb. 2026
Other car companies such as Toyota and Honda offer lane assist steering as a standard feature on some vehicles, including the Corolla and Civic, respectively.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Honda tweaked the steering to provide more feedback and a greater sense of stability.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Martin Moszkowicz, Deadline, 14 Feb. 2026
But video footage released by her attorneys — which showed an officer steering his vehicle into Martinez’s car — led to the case’s dismissal.
—The Hill, 12 Feb. 2026
Harris said sentiment, liquidity and narrative were the dominant forces steering the market.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
As 2026 gathers steam, Boatwright is steering into this clientele.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
In recent years, the Chicago Auto Show has been steering toward electric vehicles, following the ambitious state and national agenda to convert the industry from combustion engines to cleaner technology, incentivized by governmental tax credits and rebates.
—Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
The bulk of their elderly spending, of course, went on Granit Xhaka, who has been integral in steering Sunderland clear of the relegation zone.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
As reported, Nicola Zotta was appointed president of eyewear and managing director of both companies, tasked with steering their integration and chart the next phase of growth.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
Some felt the surveyors were steering them away from expressing environmental concerns.
—Max Chesnes, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
Noun
Lunaz says that every aspect of its suspension, braking, and steering systems has also been re-engineered to deliver a driving experience more in line with the expectations of today.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2026
On the road, the bZ is quiet and comfortable, with responsive steering and plenty of power for passing.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
Sensing there are stretches that require at least a modicum of steering, Brettkelly gets one or two of the older guys to do somewhat jarring off-camera narration/summation, in which the speaker is identified in subtitles in some instances and not others.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 16 Feb. 2026
Sea-Doo has also added a hydraulic steering damper to reduce unwanted steering input and improve stability when riding at high speed.
—New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
Michael Frith, former executive vice president and creative producer of Henson Productions, recalled Muppet steering salvos in an oral history told to Slate’s Studio360.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 9 Feb. 2026
Full steering lock to one side or the other while asking the differentials to propel a 5,900-pound SUV without any wheelspin is tough.
—Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 4 Feb. 2026
Other car companies such as Toyota and Honda offer lane assist steering as a standard feature on some vehicles, including the Corolla and Civic, respectively.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Honda tweaked the steering to provide more feedback and a greater sense of stability.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
An ever-present at major festivals and markets for close to 50 years, he is best known for his decades steering German production and distribution giant Constantin, producer of the Resident Evil franchise.
—Martin Moszkowicz, Deadline, 14 Feb. 2026
But video footage released by her attorneys — which showed an officer steering his vehicle into Martinez’s car — led to the case’s dismissal.
—The Hill, 12 Feb. 2026
Harris said sentiment, liquidity and narrative were the dominant forces steering the market.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
As 2026 gathers steam, Boatwright is steering into this clientele.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
In recent years, the Chicago Auto Show has been steering toward electric vehicles, following the ambitious state and national agenda to convert the industry from combustion engines to cleaner technology, incentivized by governmental tax credits and rebates.
—Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
The bulk of their elderly spending, of course, went on Granit Xhaka, who has been integral in steering Sunderland clear of the relegation zone.
—Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
As reported, Nicola Zotta was appointed president of eyewear and managing director of both companies, tasked with steering their integration and chart the next phase of growth.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
Some felt the surveyors were steering them away from expressing environmental concerns.
—Max Chesnes, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steering
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John Rose, chief risk officer for global travel management company Altour, said strains could surface at airports more quickly this time because the TSA workforce also will be remembering the last shutdown.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Feb. 2026
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All this comes with an impressive calorie tradeoff – fewer than 4 calories per medium-sized berry, making strawberries a satisfying option for snacking or dessert when healthy weight management is a priority.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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My guiding principle would be protecting American interests while avoiding unnecessary entanglements—making decisions grounded in facts, realism, and a clear understanding of the regional, economic, and security implications involved.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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My guiding principle is not ideology, but outcomes — what works, what is fair and what measurably improves the quality of life for the people of Mecklenburg County.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Feb. 2026
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Only one person competes, pushing the sled at the start and piloting down the course at speeds of 70 to 80 mph.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
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Light takes up to 24 minutes to reach Mars from Earth, and piloting a one-ton remote-control car with a 48-minute signal delay is tricky.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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The project also required coordinated operation between the large heat pump and the mechanical vapor recompression unit across all operating phases, with system integration and process control designed to ensure stable and efficient performance under varying production conditions.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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According to analysts, China is walking a fine line between encouraging domestic development of AI models and maintaining strict controls on how those models are used.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Muji Vader erupted for 25 points, leading unbeaten Minuteman (18-0) to a 39-22 win over Greater Lowell.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2026
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Investigators have still not zeroed in on a leading motive for her disappearance, a source told CNN.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Treading a fine line in Venezuela’s power struggle The amnesty push comes against the backdrop of Venezuela’s fragile post-Maduro landscape, with the acting government under Rodríguez navigating US pressure, economic challenges and calls for stability.—
Alessandra Freitas,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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The Nuggets have used Jalen Pickett and Julian Strawther as complementary guards in the starting lineup over the last month while navigating injuries.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
19 Feb. 2026
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In February 2025, NASA hired an independent team to determine why the mission failed, examining everything from broken hardware to leadership mistakes.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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More frontline stalemate followed – until Kyiv, under the new leadership of General Oleksandr Syrskyi, launched a surprise incursion into Russia’s Kursk region in August 2024.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Rhoades said Freret is moving in the same direction.—
TRAVIS LOLLER,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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Only three of them consistently performed on record and in concert, but at least a dozen more were honorary members who attended formal band meetings and were granted as much say in its direction and philosophy as those who actually played the instruments.—
Andy Cush,
Pitchfork,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Steering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steering. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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