canalized

verb

Definition of canalizednext
past tense of canalize
as in directed
to cause to move to a central point or along a restricted pathway the director of the charity should be canalizing the flow of donations so that the money ends up where it is most needed

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  1. directed
  2. carried
  3. conducted
Verb
  • Slacker, the movie, was directed by a boomer.
    Jim Greer, SPIN, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Kerr said before Monday’s game that those comments were at least partially directed at Kuminga.
    Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of directed
Verb
  • They were carried to the Shelby Street church in a procession.
    Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Best Carry-on Backpacks There's perhaps no more plane-friendly bag than a backpack, which is easily carried, easily taken off, easily placed under a seat, and easily packed with all your belongings.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of carried
Verb
  • Plus, the first quarter of the New Year is a critical time when performance evaluations are conducted, bonuses are awarded and promotions are decided.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Following an arrival ceremony at the Carter Presidential Center, a private service was conducted in the lobby of the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, before the location was opened up to the public, allowing mourners to come and pay their respects.
    Nicholas Rice, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of conducted
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