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as in used
to control the mechanical operation of
do not operate heavy machinery, including cars, after taking this medication
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as in managed
to look after and make decisions about
it takes years to learn how to operate that kind of business so that it makes money
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as in worked
to produce a desired effect
the medicine will take an hour or so to operate the first time you use it
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as in utilized
to put into action or service
wouldn't dream of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol
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Recent Examples of operated
Onboard spas are also commonly operated by third-party providers.
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Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
Another pilot flying into Newark on a United Express flight operated by GoJet Airlines also reported seeing a drone at roughly 2,000 feet, according to ATC audio from around the same time.
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Karina Tsui,
CNN Money,
27 June 2026
The shutoffs, which will continue through Sunday, were announced by Bear Valley Electric Service for two of its transmission lines that are operated by Southern California Edison.
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Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
27 June 2026
In December 2025 the Department of Transportation paused enforcement, through June 30, 2026, of the refund requirement for one narrow situation, flights operated under a different flight number than the one sold to you at booking.
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Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
Among the incoming resources are field hospitals operated by International Medical Corps and Samaritan’s Purse, with additional medical support expected in the coming days.
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Antonio MarÃa Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 June 2026
Visitors with a valid California Campfire Permit may continue using portable gas or propane stoves, lanterns and similar devices equipped with a shut-off valve if they are operated at least 3 feet from combustible materials.
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Evelyn Ronan,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
The chemical pool maker had operated in Rockdale County since 1973 and at a time was one of its largest employers.
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Kristi Swartz,
AJC.com,
26 June 2026
Instead, it is remotely operated, allowing the crew to remain protected within the hull.
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Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
Another pilot flying into Newark on a United Express flight operated by GoJet Airlines also reported seeing a drone at roughly 2,000 feet, according to ATC audio from around the same time.
—
Karina Tsui,
CNN Money,
27 June 2026
The shutoffs, which will continue through Sunday, were announced by Bear Valley Electric Service for two of its transmission lines that are operated by Southern California Edison.
—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
27 June 2026
In December 2025 the Department of Transportation paused enforcement, through June 30, 2026, of the refund requirement for one narrow situation, flights operated under a different flight number than the one sold to you at booking.
—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
Among the incoming resources are field hospitals operated by International Medical Corps and Samaritan’s Purse, with additional medical support expected in the coming days.
—
Antonio MarÃa Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 June 2026
Visitors with a valid California Campfire Permit may continue using portable gas or propane stoves, lanterns and similar devices equipped with a shut-off valve if they are operated at least 3 feet from combustible materials.
—
Evelyn Ronan,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
The chemical pool maker had operated in Rockdale County since 1973 and at a time was one of its largest employers.
—
Kristi Swartz,
AJC.com,
26 June 2026
Instead, it is remotely operated, allowing the crew to remain protected within the hull.
—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for operated
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Since the launch of LineShine, the supercomputer has been used for applications ranging from climate modeling and engineering simulations to drug discovery, neuroscience and AI, the center said.
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The newer techniques, and the ones being used by the better clinics in Turkey, are FUE and DHI.
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The Phillies loaded the bases with two outs in the second, and after fouling off several Chandler pitches, Crawford took another late swipe and managed to hit one down the third base line off the end of the bat.
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In addition, problems at large banks — the failure of which could cause systemic issues — can be managed better if those banks have a larger cushion of reserves to draw on, either to get through a difficult period or to be resolved.
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Before volunteering at the church, Ugboaja worked for a decade as a certified nursing assistant at DHR Health in Edinburg, Texas, according to the diocese.
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The family worked with the FBI to craft a response, but there was no email back.
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The Royals have utilized young starters such as Luinder Avila and Stephen Kolek to fill rotation spots.
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Factoring the maximum of three two-way contract slots into account when they are officially filled, that pushes the Hornets up to 19, leaving just two more spots that can be utilized in the offseason and heading into training camp.
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But the Colorado legislation, signed into law in May, allows the state to pursue the types of cases typically handled at the federal level, such as those involving allegations of discrimination and harassment.
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The Dodgers have praised how Tucker has handled his struggles in the first year of a four-year, $240 million deal.
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Envioscuba uses warehouses controlled by GAESA, the conglomerate run by Cuba's military that was recently sanctioned, according to the Associated Press.
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Britain controlled Florida from 1763 until the territory was returned to Spain at the end of the Revolutionary War in 1783, a period of 20 years.
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Among the hundreds of surgeries performed over three decades by ElAttrache, his patients include the four 2024 MLB most valuable player and Cy Young Award winners — Ohtani, Aaron Judge, Chris Sale and Tarik Skubal.
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The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery reports that the average number of hair restoration surgeries performed per member in the past year is 178.
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Council members chose to open a public application to find her successor, and more than 110 people applied for the job.
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Adams and her dad applied pressure on the neck wound with beach towels.
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“Operated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/operated. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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