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Verbs for Management

18 Words

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manage
1.
ma
nage
Verb

to be in charge of the work of a team, organization, department, etc.

The CEO skillfully manages the company, ensuring growth and profitability.

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direct
2.
di
rect
Adjective

going from one place to another in a straight line without stopping or changing direction

The direct route to the airport takes approximately twenty minutes by car.

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supervise
3.
su
per
vise
Verb

to be in charge of someone or an activity and watch them to make sure everything is done properly

The manager diligently supervises the team's daily tasks to maintain efficiency.

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run
4.
run
Verb

to move using our legs, faster than we usually walk, in a way that both feet are never on the ground at the same time

When he heard the news, he ran home in a hurry.

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operate
5.
ope
rate
Verb

to function in a specific way

The machine operates smoothly when all components are in good condition.

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chair
6.
chair
Noun

furniture with a back and often four legs that we can use for sitting

I placed my bag on the empty chair next to me.

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lead
7.
lead
Verb

to guide or show the direction for others to follow

The tour guide led us through the museum.

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conduct
8.
con
duct
Verb

to direct or participate in the management, organization, or execution of something

The experienced project manager will conduct the team in implementing the new software.

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reinstate
9.
reins
tate
Verb

to restore someone or something to a previous state or position, especially after a temporary suspension or removal

After a thorough investigation, the company decided to reinstate the employee to his previous position.

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monitor
10.
mo
ni
tor
Noun

a large tropical carnivorous lizard found in Africa, Asia, and Australia

A monitor can grow several meters in length.

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regulate
11.
reg
u
late
Verb

to control or adjust something in a way that agrees with rules and regulations

The government agency works to regulate environmental policies to protect natural resources.

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affiliate
12.
a
ffi
liate
Verb

to join or associate with a group, organization, or network, forming a partnership or connection

The small business decided to affiliate with a larger corporation for increased support.

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oversee
13.
o
ver
see
Verb

to observe an activity in order to ensure that everything is done properly

She was hired to oversee the day-to-day operations of the company.

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administer
14.
ad
mi
nis
ter
Verb

to be responsible for a company, organization, etc. and manage its affairs, including financial matters

The CEO diligently administers the company, overseeing its overall operations and strategic direction.

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discipline
15.
disc
ip
line
Verb

to train a person or animal by instruction and exercise, usually with the aim of improving or correcting behavior

Parents use various methods to discipline their children, teaching them values and acceptable behavior.

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16.
head up
Verb

to lead a group, team, or organization

She was chosen to head up the new marketing campaign.

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preside over
17.
preside over
Verb

to take on the role of being in charge of an event or situation, often with official responsibility

The headmaster will preside over the school's graduation ceremony.

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leave to
18.
leave to
Verb

to allow someone to be alone or continue their work without being interrupted

The teacher left the students to their studies, providing them with ample time to complete their assignments.

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