as in arranged
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as in handled
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
as usual, she managed the crisis with a minimum of fuss
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as in operated
to look after and make decisions about
managed a household and a business simultaneously
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as in coped
to meet one's day-to-day needs
it'll be hard for a few weeks, but we'll manage
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Recent Examples of managed
George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
His 2002 album The Eminem Show managed 159 frames, while Curtain Call 2, the sequel to the original, which includes more recent additions to his canon, is not far behind.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
The toll system will be managed by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), despite the efforts of a court in New Jersey.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
Slowing him down will be the focal point of Penn State’s game plan, though as Franklin said this week, that’s been the case for every Broncos opponent this season, and no one has managed to bottle up Jeanty thus far.
—Justin Williams, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Pedroia somehow managed to appear in 105 games in 2017 — 88 of them after the Machado incident.
—Steve Buckley, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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
The striker has not managed to break into the first team and had minimal appearances since his move.
—Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
But this team still managed to blow multiple leads, and the defense couldn’t stop the Commanders despite notching five takeaways.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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The kamikaze naval drone managed to destroy or damage 15 Russian naval vessels.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
His 2002 album The Eminem Show managed 159 frames, while Curtain Call 2, the sequel to the original, which includes more recent additions to his canon, is not far behind.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
The toll system will be managed by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), despite the efforts of a court in New Jersey.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
Slowing him down will be the focal point of Penn State’s game plan, though as Franklin said this week, that’s been the case for every Broncos opponent this season, and no one has managed to bottle up Jeanty thus far.
—Justin Williams, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Pedroia somehow managed to appear in 105 games in 2017 — 88 of them after the Machado incident.
—Steve Buckley, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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
The striker has not managed to break into the first team and had minimal appearances since his move.
—Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
But this team still managed to blow multiple leads, and the defense couldn’t stop the Commanders despite notching five takeaways.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for managed
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Firefighters were not able to save the structure, which in recent years had operated as the Sanctuary on Penn, a venue for weddings and other events.—
Noe Padilla,
The Indianapolis Star,
24 Dec. 2024
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The building hadn't operated as a church in several years, instead being utilized as a wedding venue for many in Indiana.—
Noe Padilla,
The Indianapolis Star,
24 Dec. 2024
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The book, which was written in 1948, focuses on the consequences of totalitarianism, the government’s mass surveillance of the public and how truth and fact can be manipulated.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
3 Jan. 2025
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The actor who plays Sofia Falcone in the HBO series never went method (unlike some Batman villains), but the part required tapping into a character who has been gaslit, manipulated, and isolated from society in every way.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
3 Jan. 2025
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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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The memo was walked back days later and the ordered freeze has been halted by a federal court, but some programs appear to still be in limbo.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2025
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The pilot ended up taking matters into his own hands and ordered pizza.—
Brittany Kasko,
Fox News,
27 Sep. 2024
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Your medical provider may uncover other diagnoses that need to be addressed as part of the workup for your sleep problem.—
Mill Etienne,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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Adams never addressed the team’s scoring drop-off from last season.—
Matthew Fairburn,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Detroit survived a five-interception Goff game thanks to Bates, who squeezed clutch kicks of 58 and 52 yards between the uprights.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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In addition to his wife, Cohen is survived by children Benjamin, Gabriel and Lily Cohen.—
Christie D’Zurilla,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2025
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He was taken back to the road and treated by EMS.—
Mitchell Willetts,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2025
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Jon was so accommodating and treated me with respect.—
Archway Homes,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2025
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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
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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
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“Managed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/managed. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.
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