as in controlled
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as in ruled
to exercise authority or power over
the president is elected in order to govern the country, not to follow public opinion polls
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as in regulated
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
you need to govern your speech and be able to communicate your outrage without resorting to profanity
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as in operated
to look after and make decisions about
the company's finances are governed by its chief financial officer
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Recent Examples of governed
George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
But Carter also governed at a time of soaring inflation and gasoline shortages, and his failure to secure the release of Americans held hostage by Iran helped cost him his second term.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 30 Dec. 2024
In South Africa, high unemployment and inequality helped drive a dramatic loss of support for the African National Congress, which had governed for three decades since the end of the apartheid system of white minority rule.
—Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2024
Borrowers in default on their federal student loans can also potentially enter into a settlement; however, settlements are governed by strict guidelines which would limit any associated balance reduction.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Spider-Man may answer to a higher authority, but unfortunately for Peter Parker, the high school student is still governed by the ringing of hallway bells.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 29 Dec. 2024
This world is governed by the rules and laws of classical physics.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 28 Dec. 2024
Decisions on the lone striker position will be governed by circumstance, including how well Armando Broja and Youssef Chermiti fare on their return to action after injury.
—Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Federal drone laws are governed by the FAA.
—Emma Withrow, Baltimore Sun, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
China views Taiwan as part of its territory despite the Chinese Communist Party never having governed it.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
But Carter also governed at a time of soaring inflation and gasoline shortages, and his failure to secure the release of Americans held hostage by Iran helped cost him his second term.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 30 Dec. 2024
In South Africa, high unemployment and inequality helped drive a dramatic loss of support for the African National Congress, which had governed for three decades since the end of the apartheid system of white minority rule.
—Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2024
Borrowers in default on their federal student loans can also potentially enter into a settlement; however, settlements are governed by strict guidelines which would limit any associated balance reduction.
—Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Spider-Man may answer to a higher authority, but unfortunately for Peter Parker, the high school student is still governed by the ringing of hallway bells.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 29 Dec. 2024
This world is governed by the rules and laws of classical physics.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 28 Dec. 2024
Decisions on the lone striker position will be governed by circumstance, including how well Armando Broja and Youssef Chermiti fare on their return to action after injury.
—Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Federal drone laws are governed by the FAA.
—Emma Withrow, Baltimore Sun, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for governed
Adjective
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The surgeon is basically trying to make a very controlled and aesthetic scar—after all, a belly button is just an umbilical scar.—
Meirav Devash,
Allure,
31 Mar. 2025
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The program's framework encourages a cooperative relationship with the IRS, allowing taxpayers to address discrepancies in a more controlled and predictable manner.—
Jessica Ledingham, J.D., LL.M.,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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For every song of his that became a global mainstay, one of his raw, evocative mixtapes simultaneously ruled the streets of Kingston.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
6 Jan. 2025
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The third-round draft pick fractured his forearm in the game, and afterward McVay ruled him out for the postseason.—
Adam Grosbard,
Orange County Register,
6 Jan. 2025
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Dietary supplements are minimally regulated by the FDA and may or may not be suitable for you.—
Amy Fischer MS, RD,
Health,
23 Dec. 2024
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Currently, the disposal of wind turbine waste is regulated by the localities and states hosting wind turbine projects.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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All Planet Fitness locations are independently owned and operated by individual franchise owners, so hours may vary by location.—
Amaris Encinas,
The Indianapolis Star,
24 Dec. 2024
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The other 98% of stores operated as normal.—
Alysa Guffey,
The Indianapolis Star,
24 Dec. 2024
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Compared to the draft published in March, which was heavily criticized by industry, the final version contained weaker standards for protecting workers.—
Sharon Lerner,
ProPublica,
3 Jan. 2025
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Jabbar's truck contained an ISIS flag.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
3 Jan. 2025
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Pedroia somehow managed to appear in 105 games in 2017 — 88 of them after the Machado incident.—
Steve Buckley,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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Of the 419 parks, including historic sites, monuments, rivers, and more, managed by the National Park Service, only 108 charge regular entrance fees—ranging from $10 to $35—that will be waived.—
Michelle Baran,
AFAR Media,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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All told, Wager designed, and then supervised the production of 1,200 uniforms.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes,
21 Dec. 2024
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In his role, Alvarez prepared tax returns for customers and recruited and supervised ATAX workers who prepared tax returns for customers.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Rodgers joined the Jets last season and immediately suffered an injury that kept him out of action all year.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
24 Dec. 2024
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While the Saints' offense has struggled to light up the scoreboard, their defense has kept them competitive.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Governed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/governed. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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