1
as in distributing
to give out (something) to appropriate individuals
the principal administers discipline fairly when students break the rules
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2
as in enforcing
to carry out effectively
local officials should see that the fair housing laws are rigorously administered
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3
as in managing
to look after and make decisions about
the lieutenant governor administers the affairs of the state in the absence of the governor
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Recent Examples of administering
By managing and administering sanctions, export controls, and investment screening, Washington can often prevent money and certain technology from falling into the hands of its rivals.
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Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
Maher stressed that the debate occurring now is much more localized than in years past, given that just 10 of the 27 states with the death penalty still on the books sentenced people to death this year, with nine states actually administering executions.
—Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2024
Given this record, what makes the Department of Education think that Pearson is capable of developing, scoring, and administering a reliable exam?
—Kemala Karmen, New York Daily News, 18 Dec. 2024
PBMs began operating in the 1960s to help insurers increase the value of the pharmacy benefit and manage drug spending by encouraging the adoption of generic drugs when medically appropriate and by administering drug claims.
—Rita Numerof, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Investigators said that elections supervisors in two similar counties — Hillsborough and Palm Beach — have spent 27% and 35% of their annual budgets administering comparable elections, significantly lower than Gilzean’s spending.
—Skyler Swisher, Orlando Sentinel, 16 Dec. 2024
Lagana heads the Italian agency in charge of administering the assets seized by law enforcement.
—Ella Feldman, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
Although these Islamists were linked to al-Qaeda in an earlier incarnation and have an ultra-conservative bent, the HTS as a result of its experience working in coalition and administering its sections of Idlib province.
—John Feffer, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
At least six Republican senators this week demanded greater transparency from the NIH, questioning the ethics of administering experimental treatments to minors and calling for the release of annual progress reports tied to the study.
—Kaelan Deese, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Dec. 2024
Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
Maher stressed that the debate occurring now is much more localized than in years past, given that just 10 of the 27 states with the death penalty still on the books sentenced people to death this year, with nine states actually administering executions.
—Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2024
Given this record, what makes the Department of Education think that Pearson is capable of developing, scoring, and administering a reliable exam?
—Kemala Karmen, New York Daily News, 18 Dec. 2024
PBMs began operating in the 1960s to help insurers increase the value of the pharmacy benefit and manage drug spending by encouraging the adoption of generic drugs when medically appropriate and by administering drug claims.
—Rita Numerof, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Investigators said that elections supervisors in two similar counties — Hillsborough and Palm Beach — have spent 27% and 35% of their annual budgets administering comparable elections, significantly lower than Gilzean’s spending.
—Skyler Swisher, Orlando Sentinel, 16 Dec. 2024
Lagana heads the Italian agency in charge of administering the assets seized by law enforcement.
—Ella Feldman, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
Although these Islamists were linked to al-Qaeda in an earlier incarnation and have an ultra-conservative bent, the HTS as a result of its experience working in coalition and administering its sections of Idlib province.
—John Feffer, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
At least six Republican senators this week demanded greater transparency from the NIH, questioning the ethics of administering experimental treatments to minors and calling for the release of annual progress reports tied to the study.
—Kaelan Deese, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for administering
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In February 2014, Bonilla was sentenced in New Haven federal court to 68 months in prison and four years of supervised release for distributing heroin, court records show.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
8 Jan. 2025
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In April 2021, Diplo sued Auguste for stalking, trespassing, and distributing private materials.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
7 Jan. 2025
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One of Carter’s primary motivations in doing so was enforcing the SALT II Treaty and, critically, Carter discussed the shuttle with Brezhnev during the treaty meetings.—
Eric Berger,
Ars Technica,
30 Dec. 2024
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For Chloe and her coalition partners, this victory is not just about enforcing regulations but also fostering a cultural shift in how sharks and rays are perceived and treated.—
Melissa Cristina Marquez,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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This agility is crucial for managing portfolio risks during market fluctuations and monitoring regulatory compliance in high-frequency trading.—
Piyush Ranjan,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Chelle had been managing Algerian first-division side MC Oran before being appointed Nigeria’s head coach.—
Nnamdi Onyeagwara,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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Roles will increasingly revolve around supervising, collaborating with, or augmenting the capabilities of AI agents.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Rick Morales is supervising producer.—
Rick Porter,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Dec. 2024
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My work with my foundation focuses on ensuring that no one is left behind in the digital future by providing resources, training and infrastructure to those who need them most.—
Pandwe Gibson,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Banks, property owners and other private companies often have their own additional restrictions on employing, renting housing to or providing services to those with criminal records.—
Shirsho Dasgupta,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2025
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Judge overseeing Luigi Mangione murder trial Gregory Carro has been named as the judge overseeing Luigi Mangione's trial for the alleged murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Nuno is a hands-on coach, overseeing many of the short, sharp training sessions which generally last no longer than 90 minutes.—
Paul Taylor,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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CEOs must prioritize security awareness across all organizational levels, allocating budgets for training and certifications as well as encouraging employees to attend relevant conferences.—
Andrew Duncan,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Investors in China are taking note and are already allocating to the stock market, as evidenced by a jump in margin collateral, which is used to make leveraged investments or simply trade in margin accounts.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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They were left operating on fumes by the end, with Ollie Watkins — Duran’s replacement — starved of service and Morgan Rogers consigned to trudging off the pitch, knowing his long dribbling bursts would have scant options ahead of him.—
Jacob Tanswell,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
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Stop kids from fighting with AI generated monsters in their 3D headsets and start them co-operating against real monster in the their 3D kitchens, schools and cafes!—
David G.W. Birch,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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“Administering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/administering. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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