1
as in oversight
the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control
one of your responsibilities will be the supervision of all fund-raising activities for the club
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as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
one of the senior editors took over supervision of the project while the editor-in-chief was on maternity leave
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Recent Examples of supervision
The incident at ZooAmerica, located inside Hersheypark in Hershey, is raising sharp questions about supervision at animal attractions and what happens when a momentary lapse puts a child in a wild animal’s space.
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Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2026
Like other newer clubs, the restrooms have the sinks in a common area outside the toilets to offer more supervision and prevent shenanigans.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
The child could then be seen throwing something at a classroom door multiple times and left in the hallway without supervision, according to the warrant affidavit.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 Apr. 2026
Virginia state agencies would no longer and principally state police, as the largest of the state law enforcement agencies, would no longer put their police officers, their troopers, under the supervision and direction of ICE agents.
—Mike Stunson, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2026
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Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 10 Apr. 2026
Like other newer clubs, the restrooms have the sinks in a common area outside the toilets to offer more supervision and prevent shenanigans.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
The child could then be seen throwing something at a classroom door multiple times and left in the hallway without supervision, according to the warrant affidavit.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 Apr. 2026
Virginia state agencies would no longer and principally state police, as the largest of the state law enforcement agencies, would no longer put their police officers, their troopers, under the supervision and direction of ICE agents.
—Mike Stunson, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supervision
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Her euthanasia had been unanimously approved, as the law requires, by two doctors, a lawyer and a review and oversight body; and it had been scheduled to take place on 2 August 2024.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
11 Apr. 2026
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Krepich said the probe was ongoing as the administration still has concerns with New York's oversight of personal care services and the Medicaid program, and is reviewing the state's response to last month's letter.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Apr. 2026
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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
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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
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While growers have long practiced good stewardship, the Trust Protocol builds on this with measurement and verification.—
SJ Studio,
Footwear News,
6 Apr. 2026
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That’s not just good stewardship — that’s commitment.—
Robert J Bianchi,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2026
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Akhbar Enfejari described themselves as Iranians producing and uploading from within Iran in an effort to disrupt decades-long dominance of Western control of the airwaves.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Those that may be considering a merger, or those involved in consolidation or more complex ownership and governance arrangements should take note of these changes and seek the guidance of qualified counsel.—
Evonne Andris,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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The text covers a wide range of legal matters, from ritual practices and commercial dealings to inheritance and court procedure, providing guidance for judicial decision-making and for the formulation of law within the empire.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
9 Apr. 2026
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Only one is needed for normal operations.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The administration approved a waiver covering Ford’s operations through November—roughly a month after the accident—rather than through May of this year, at which point Novelis expects New York production to be back online.—
Byron Hurd,
The Drive,
9 Apr. 2026
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Their huge fortunes are the legitimate wages of superintendence; in the struggle for existence, money is the token of success.—
Jeffery Vacante,
Hartford Courant,
19 Jan. 2025
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The era of progressive superintendence ironically began with the spread of disinformation, Buzzfeed’s release of the infamous Trump dossier.—
The Editors,
National Review,
31 Oct. 2022
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Eighteen of the ministers were cabinet members of the previous military government, while four others were military and government officials under the same administration.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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In September, the administration launched Operation Midway Blitz in the Chicago area, a sweeping arrest campaign targeting immigrants without legal status.—
Caroline Kubzansky,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Supervision.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supervision. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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