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a person who manages or directs something
we wanted an exemption from the policy regarding refunds, but the store manager refused
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Recent Examples of managers
The funding round draws support from major alternative asset managers, signaling a shift in how the private sector views advanced nuclear deployment.
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Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
People with non-linear paths often worry about how their experience and qualifications will be perceived by hiring managers, investors, or senior leaders.
—Ashley Herd, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2026
For its part, TD Cowen doesn’t expect Altruist’s new AI tool to alter the near-term prospects for wealth managers.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
The duo is among 63 defensive linemen invited to participate in the event, which will be closely watched by NFL team scouts, general managers and coaches.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026
Here are 10 players who are available or could become available that co-general managers Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace could target.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
In 13 seasons under Ranadivé, the Kings have had six head coaches and five general managers.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
For emergency managers, utilities and transportation agencies, better maps of cold intensity, duration and spread can help prioritize better recovery and strategies.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 4 Feb. 2026
There are no restrictions on trade conversations among executives while the Olympic flame is lit in Italy, and more than one-third of NHL general managers are scheduled to be in Milan for national team duties, which should provide plenty of opportunities for face-to-face conversations and meetings.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 11 Feb. 2026
People with non-linear paths often worry about how their experience and qualifications will be perceived by hiring managers, investors, or senior leaders.
—Ashley Herd, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2026
For its part, TD Cowen doesn’t expect Altruist’s new AI tool to alter the near-term prospects for wealth managers.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
The duo is among 63 defensive linemen invited to participate in the event, which will be closely watched by NFL team scouts, general managers and coaches.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026
Here are 10 players who are available or could become available that co-general managers Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace could target.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2026
In 13 seasons under Ranadivé, the Kings have had six head coaches and five general managers.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
For emergency managers, utilities and transportation agencies, better maps of cold intensity, duration and spread can help prioritize better recovery and strategies.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 4 Feb. 2026
There are no restrictions on trade conversations among executives while the Olympic flame is lit in Italy, and more than one-third of NHL general managers are scheduled to be in Milan for national team duties, which should provide plenty of opportunities for face-to-face conversations and meetings.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for managers
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Three months ago, GE Vernova struck a $50 million partnership with MIT, covering research funding, graduate student fellowships, internships, and professional development programs for its own executives.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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In between explaining the Capex increase, executives on Wednesday's call played up AI wins from the quarter.—
Jennifer Elias,
CNBC,
5 Feb. 2026
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Wayne Township also offers a three-year apprenticeship program, and administrators are pursuing virtual work opportunities for students for whom transportation could be a barrier.—
Carley Lanich,
IndyStar,
10 Feb. 2026
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School administrators are preparing for immigration-enforcement operations at pickup and drop-off.—
Yvonne Wingett Sanchez,
The Atlantic,
9 Feb. 2026
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Two city directors were absent.—
Joseph Flaherty,
Arkansas Online,
11 Feb. 2026
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This year’s selections focused on characters as a core driver of IP competitiveness, recognizing the actors who portrayed beloved characters alongside the directors, producers and writers who brought them to life.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2026
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The Oklahoman asked superintendents, principals, teachers, and guidance counselors from across the Oklahoma City area to participate in the Student of the Week program by sending nominations for their student.—
Darla Rivera,
Oklahoman,
9 Feb. 2026
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If that number is amount is exceeded, and some schools have reached that point in Metro Detroit, superintendents need to ask state officials for additional emergency days or start scheduling makeup days.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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The supervisors also voted on a spending plan for the money, which would have the largest chunk of funds go to care for uninsured residents.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Warren establishes a Kempo Goju dojo in Kosovo Outside Kempo Goju, Warren served as a Wisconsin state trooper, and in 2000, his supervisors offered him an opportunity to travel to Europe to train police in Štrpce, Kosovo.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Managers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/managers. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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