1
as in to oversee
to be in charge of
for each sailboat an experienced hand is assigned to supervise a novice seaman
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2
as in to manage
to look after and make decisions about
supervises all the affairs of the athletic club, including hiring someone to run the summer tennis camp
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3
as in to watch
to take charge of especially on behalf of another
we need someone to supervise the construction project while the foreman is in the hospital
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Recent Examples of supervise
The department also told people not to leave pet food outdoors, to supervise pets at all times when outside and to avoid placing certain foods in compost piles, as well as never attempting to approach a bear.
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Becca Longmire, People.com, 12 June 2025
One guardian will be able to supervise up to five minors.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
This ability for developers to delegate many tasks and supervise them in parallel is being positioned as a major productivity boost.
—Jason Andersen, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
Stephen Scott directs, Sarah Sharkey Pearce is Writer/Producer and Kim Creelman is supervising producer.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 9 June 2025
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Becca Longmire, People.com, 12 June 2025
One guardian will be able to supervise up to five minors.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
This ability for developers to delegate many tasks and supervise them in parallel is being positioned as a major productivity boost.
—Jason Andersen, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
Stephen Scott directs, Sarah Sharkey Pearce is Writer/Producer and Kim Creelman is supervising producer.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supervise
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The upcoming law marks a significant shift, granting state authorities new powers to oversee and, if necessary, restrict operations if a vehicle is deemed hazardous.—
Elaine Mallon,
The Washington Examiner,
20 June 2025
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Tony Butler-Sims, Chief Operating Officer at CIPE, oversees the operations and culture of its global workforce.—
Tony Butler-Sims,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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How To Get Rid Of Cucumber Beetles Follow these strategies from Khan and Day for managing these beetles in your garden: Use row covers.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
23 June 2025
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Your doctor may also run tests to look for an underlying condition like PCOS, a thyroid abnormality, or endometriosis that may need to be treated or managed with, potentially, medications or surgery.—
Julia Ries,
SELF,
23 June 2025
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As a scout for Athletico Paranaense, Brito had watched Igor Jesus a lot at youth level and rated him highly.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
27 June 2025
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At a travel team game in May, Duke Blue Devils men's basketball head coach Jon Scheyer stopped by to watch Kager alongside scouts from the Arkansas Razorbacks, Athlon Sports reported in May 2025.—
Grace Jordan-Weinstein,
People.com,
26 June 2025
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His approval on handling inflation and the cost of living has also fallen by nearly 6 points in the same period.—
Chloe Mayer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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From floral arrangements to first dances, every detail matters—and at Walters Wedding Estates, every detail is handled with care, transparency, and a passion for making those dreams come true.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
23 June 2025
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His influence on Chelsea’s sequences of possession is almost entirely focused on the left ‘pocket’ or half-space, operating alongside Cole Palmer as one of two advanced creators in a ‘box’ midfield.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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That same year, he and his studio were sued for allegedly operating a hostile work environment.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
27 June 2025
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Both attended Ashbrook High School in Gaston County.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2025
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On June, 19, 1981, the Baker family was thrilled to attend a Juneteenth celebration in Mexia—until police took their teenage son into custody along with two other boys.—
Danielle Broadway,
Parents,
18 June 2025
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Clouds play an important role in regulating the climate.—
Max G. Levy,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 June 2025
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Last week, the Senate approved the stablecoin bill, establishing a framework to regulate these digital currencies that are linked to the U.S. dollar.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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The three main causes of hydroplaning are: Vehicle speed - When a vehicle's speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 June 2025
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Doctors Without Borders, one of the many nongovernmental aid groups in Gaza refusing to work with the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, says aid must not be controlled by a warring party to further its military objectives.—
Aya Batrawy,
NPR,
28 June 2025
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“Supervise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supervise. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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