Thesaurus results for STEWARDSHIP

stewardship

noun

ˈstü-ərd-ˌship

as in management

the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something generally the dean left the day-to-day stewardship of the college to the assistant dean

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as in oversight

the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control she believes that stewardship of the environment is everyone's responsibility

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Recent Examples of stewardship Under his stewardship, Mottola expanded Sony’s global reach in more than 60 countries, tripled the company’s revenue, and signed Shakira, New Kids on the Block, the Dixie Chicks, Ricky Martin, and Marc Anthony, among many others, to the company’s labels. —

Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2026 As such, Alcon is handling a larger volume of library titles and switching from a focus on individual productions to stewardship and monetization of the catalog. —

Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026 Naturalists and marine biologists regularly survey the island’s flora and fauna, as well as coral health and water quality, while a sustainability manager assesses how to strengthen long-term environmental stewardship across the property. —

Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026 Water Fest will feature interactive exhibits, educational activities, and opportunities to connect directly with groups dedicated to environmental stewardship. —

Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stewardship

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Keogh said Hein is not solely to blame for the financial management problems but also said Groveland had outgrown his management style as the city gained over 10,000 residents during Hein’s tenure.

— James Wilkins, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
Fredericson says that exercise also supports weight management by affecting appetite, increasing calorie burn and helping preserve lean muscle mass, which is essential for maintaining a healthy metabolism.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026