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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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Recent Examples of steers
Perfectionists Nini and Jane are feeling a bit neurotic, while Darlene Mitchell helpfully steers Juicy to develop a Karen that will lean into her strengths and make Ru laugh.
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Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 28 Mar. 2026
In an era in high school sports where boos, jeers, and uncalled-for chants are the status quo, Shelton steers fans to uplift rather than put down.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2026
Despite recent improvements, the system still steers capital toward expensive new buildings while existing affordable housing converts to market rate.
—Rafael Leon, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Whether China can use that shifting landscape to accelerate its rise as a global power will depend in part on how well Xi’s government steers the economy.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Co-produced by Jorge Milliano, Tomy B and J-Trons, and written by Gael, Kenneth Vargas, and Derek, the song steers away from Nicky’s signature reggaetón sound, and welcomes the Puerto Rican artist into Venesti’s musical realm — one that’s powered by Latin Afrobeats and pop fusions.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2026
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is a nearly magical technology that steers the car through city streets like a robotic chauffeur.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
The mayor's executive order steers the assessor to adopt the International Association of Assessing Officers ratio standards, produce a mass appraisal report and modify the city's economic condition factors.
—Dana Afana, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Toyota steers through rough terrain Economic uncertainty and inflation made 2025 a tough year for new-car sales.
—Matthew Heimer, Fortune, 21 Jan. 2026
Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 28 Mar. 2026
In an era in high school sports where boos, jeers, and uncalled-for chants are the status quo, Shelton steers fans to uplift rather than put down.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2026
Despite recent improvements, the system still steers capital toward expensive new buildings while existing affordable housing converts to market rate.
—Rafael Leon, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Whether China can use that shifting landscape to accelerate its rise as a global power will depend in part on how well Xi’s government steers the economy.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Co-produced by Jorge Milliano, Tomy B and J-Trons, and written by Gael, Kenneth Vargas, and Derek, the song steers away from Nicky’s signature reggaetón sound, and welcomes the Puerto Rican artist into Venesti’s musical realm — one that’s powered by Latin Afrobeats and pop fusions.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2026
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is a nearly magical technology that steers the car through city streets like a robotic chauffeur.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
The mayor's executive order steers the assessor to adopt the International Association of Assessing Officers ratio standards, produce a mass appraisal report and modify the city's economic condition factors.
—Dana Afana, Freep.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Toyota steers through rough terrain Economic uncertainty and inflation made 2025 a tough year for new-car sales.
—Matthew Heimer, Fortune, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steers
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Each move is supported by a dedicated specialist who guides the customer from initial inquiry through move day completion, ensuring clarity at every stage.—
NIa Bowers,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2026
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Chef Mickey Knutson guides participants through menus such as Market Vegetable Forward (April 14) and Elevated Pub Grub (May 12), each one welcoming students with a seasonal cocktail.—
Nicole Schnitzler,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The drones are always recording and equipped with high-quality zoom and thermal cameras as a Cincinnati police officer remotely pilots the drone from the department's command center.—
David Ferrara,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Dec. 2025
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When Claire’s adult daughter Channing pilots the idea of going on a ski trip next year and starting her own holiday traditions, Claire completely ices her out and won’t consider it.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
9 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Glendon Hall, who leads the Miami Beach Black Affairs Advisory Committee, criticized the police at the time.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Islanders had one-goal leads after Gatcomb scored in the first and Shabanov in the second.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Set in Santo Domingo, 17-year-old Zuleika navigates romances and her strained relationship with her mother, discovering that true love lies within herself.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
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Puri will look to expand the indie banner’s global slate and production footprint as Blink49 navigates the end of the peak TV era.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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When Reverend Jeff Hood — a spiritual advisor who accompanies men on death row — reached out to him on Facebook, though, he was intrigued.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
3 Apr. 2026
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From the beginning, the emphasis centered on preparation, consistency, and respect for the emotional complexity that accompanies divorce and custody matters.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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By feeding a stodgy institutional figure like Powell into the AI-meme deluge, the internet hijacks the Federal Reserve’s image and accelerates it past the point of professional control.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
16 Jan. 2026
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All that progress rolls backward if males can take spots on both men’s and women’s teams; this torpedoes Title IX and hijacks women’s sports.—
Alanna Smith,
New York Daily News,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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To the Yurok Tribe, the large bears are considered relatives who could teach humans lessons, said Tiana Williamson-Claussen, a biologist who directs the tribe’s wildlife department.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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Carl Beverly and Sarah Timberman are executive producers, along with Carl Hiaasen, Jason Tracey, and Paul McGuigan who directs and executive produces.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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According to polling released on April 2 by the Napolitan News Service, a nonprofit that conducts polling, 65% of American voters plan on celebrating the holiday.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Each of these units conducts investigations and participates in federal lawsuits related to its expertise.—
Jennifer Selin,
The Conversation,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Steers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steers. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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