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as in supervises
to look after and make decisions about
the company's president continues to conduct the everyday affairs of the software firm he founded many years ago
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as in directs
to cause to move to a central point or along a restricted pathway
the gutter conducts water to the curb, thus protecting the house's basement
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as in behaves
to manage the actions of (oneself) in a particular way
conducted themselves at the party like perfect ladies and gentlemen
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as in steers
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
a job conducting tourists through the historical museum
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as in transmits
to cause (something) to pass from one to another
a material that conducts heat quite efficiently
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as in controls
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
the President was happy to leave the conduct of foreign affairs to his secretary of state
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as in behaviors
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself
a child who has often been scolded for poor conduct
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Recent Examples of conducts
Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 18 Dec. 2024
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) indicated that House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has a trump card in his deck, which will prove to be invaluable once Congress conducts its House speaker vote next month.
—Asher Notheis, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 17 Dec. 2024
The Public Policy Institute of California, a think tank that conducts vigorous and objective research into vital state issues, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a series of retrospective reports.
—Dan Walters, The Mercury News, 13 Dec. 2024
The Luxury Institute, which conducts research specific to the luxury industry, confirms the high levels of employee discontent and adds context around the challenges front-line luxury goods associates are experiencing after the pandemic.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Findings included that the MPD uses excessive force, conducts unlawful stops, searches, and arrests, and unlawfully discriminates against Black people in its enforcement activities.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Unlike city agencies, there is no structure where the city routinely conducts performance audits of the fund.
—Julian Baron, Baltimore Sun, 6 Dec. 2024
Duncan said he was denied access to learn how Arizona conducts executions.
—Annabella Rosciglione, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Dec. 2024
In addition to those allegations, the DOJ said its investigation found that the police department routinely conducts unlawful stops, searches and arrests.
—Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 4 Dec. 2024
Verb
The company, which conducts air cargo flights and charter services, did not disclose the names of the pilots.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 18 Dec. 2024
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) indicated that House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has a trump card in his deck, which will prove to be invaluable once Congress conducts its House speaker vote next month.
—Asher Notheis, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 17 Dec. 2024
The Public Policy Institute of California, a think tank that conducts vigorous and objective research into vital state issues, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a series of retrospective reports.
—Dan Walters, The Mercury News, 13 Dec. 2024
The Luxury Institute, which conducts research specific to the luxury industry, confirms the high levels of employee discontent and adds context around the challenges front-line luxury goods associates are experiencing after the pandemic.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Findings included that the MPD uses excessive force, conducts unlawful stops, searches, and arrests, and unlawfully discriminates against Black people in its enforcement activities.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Unlike city agencies, there is no structure where the city routinely conducts performance audits of the fund.
—Julian Baron, Baltimore Sun, 6 Dec. 2024
Duncan said he was denied access to learn how Arizona conducts executions.
—Annabella Rosciglione, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Dec. 2024
In addition to those allegations, the DOJ said its investigation found that the police department routinely conducts unlawful stops, searches and arrests.
—Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 4 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conducts
Verb
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How that team leader directs their colleagues is crucial to success.—
Don Yaeger,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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The order directs state agencies to recommend potential actions that could help limit the harm associated with these products.—
Sharon Udasin,
The Hill,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Acutely self-aware but nevertheless unapologetic, Vasquez steers his surreal and cynical midnight treasure just to the point of mainstream acceptability here.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
13 Dec. 2024
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Authentic Brands Group now also steers Muhammad Ali’s and Elvis Presley’s publicity rights.—
Michael Waters,
The Atlantic,
6 Dec. 2024
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Unlike narrowband or Wi-Fi technologies that use specific frequency bands, UWB transmits data across a wide range of frequencies, enabling precise location tracking, high data rates and minimal interference with other signals.—
Iri Trashanki,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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The tower transmits signals to the local radio station, KKOB-AM.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
Fox News,
15 Oct. 2024
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These factors contribute to better targeting and tracking because customer behaviors and preferences can vary significantly between countries.—
Waleed Najam,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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Some stridently believe that generative AI can mathematically and computationally land on emergent behaviors that were not part of what AI developers intended.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Liverpool operates across Mexico with 310 stores under the Liverpool and Suburbia banners, 119 specialized boutiques, as well as 29 shopping centers.—
David Moin,
WWD,
24 Dec. 2024
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Nordstrom, founded in 1901 as a shoe retailer, operates 93 Nordstrom department stores, about 300 Rack off-price stores, and six Nordstrom Locals, which operate as service hubs.—
David Moin,
WWD,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The return to New York carries meaning for Rhule’s family.—
Mitch Sherman,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Giving up 47 carries for 260 yards and three TDs to Georgia Tech feels noteworthy.—
Seth Emerson,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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As a former head writer on SNL, Meyers deftly guides the conversation toward craft, while Samberg, Schaffer, and Taccone reflect on their work’s legacy with humility.—
Marnie Shure,
The Atlantic,
24 Dec. 2024
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When their organization's North Star consistently guides decisions, organizations create a foundation for sustainable, long-term success.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Sunday gives these coaches one final chance to coax their teams toward strong performances.—
Mike Jones,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025
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Creating digital pieces that resonate with your audience gives them a glimpse into your expertise.—
John Hall,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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“Conducts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conducts. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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