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as in used
to control the mechanical operation of
do not operate heavy machinery, including cars, after taking this medication
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as in managed
to look after and make decisions about
it takes years to learn how to operate that kind of business so that it makes money
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as in worked
to produce a desired effect
the medicine will take an hour or so to operate the first time you use it
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as in utilized
to put into action or service
wouldn't dream of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol
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Recent Examples of operated
The backstory The resort opened as The Nam Hai in 2006 and operated as such for about a decade before it was acquired by Four Seasons.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
The helicopter was operated by Airborne Aviation, which does sightseeing tours of Kauai's canyons, shoreline and waterfalls.
—Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
The copter was operated by Airborne Aviation, which does sightseeing tours of Kauai’s canyons, shoreline and waterfalls.
—Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
The helicopter, a Hughes OH-6 Cayuse, was operated by Airborne Aviation, the tour company confirmed.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
This machine includes a superconducting magnet, operated at minus 470 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 268 degrees Celsius), along with power supplies and other equipment to monitor the stability of the antimatter.
—Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 2026
The brand previously operated a Beverly Hills residency within facialist Shani Darden’s studio, though increasing demand ultimately led to a transition into the stand-alone West Hollywood location.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 27 Mar. 2026
Theos is a members-only club operated by Cirrus Aviation Services that offers by-the-seat routes and other exclusive experiences, the company said.
—Jordan Parker
aviation, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026
The South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant, also operated by the IBWC, processed less than 25 million gallons per day throughout the heatwave — leaving a significant volume of untreated wastewater flowing through unchecked.
—Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
The helicopter was operated by Airborne Aviation, which does sightseeing tours of Kauai's canyons, shoreline and waterfalls.
—Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
The copter was operated by Airborne Aviation, which does sightseeing tours of Kauai’s canyons, shoreline and waterfalls.
—Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
The helicopter, a Hughes OH-6 Cayuse, was operated by Airborne Aviation, the tour company confirmed.
—Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 27 Mar. 2026
This machine includes a superconducting magnet, operated at minus 470 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 268 degrees Celsius), along with power supplies and other equipment to monitor the stability of the antimatter.
—Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 2026
The brand previously operated a Beverly Hills residency within facialist Shani Darden’s studio, though increasing demand ultimately led to a transition into the stand-alone West Hollywood location.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 27 Mar. 2026
Theos is a members-only club operated by Cirrus Aviation Services that offers by-the-seat routes and other exclusive experiences, the company said.
—Jordan Parker
aviation, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026
The South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant, also operated by the IBWC, processed less than 25 million gallons per day throughout the heatwave — leaving a significant volume of untreated wastewater flowing through unchecked.
—Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for operated
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Grapevine Faith then used four walks, a sacrifice bunt, and an infield single to produce three runs.—
Mike Waters,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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No substitution or compensation will be given for any portion of the prize that is not used.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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When sperms managed to reach the eggs, the ensuing early-stage embryos, called blastocysts, initially appeared stronger than their counterparts conceived in gravity.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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Gilbert has also consistently been a law enforcement target, but has thus far managed to avoid lengthy prison terms.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Abbott’s use of AL16 as a marketing tool worked.—
David Hilzenrath,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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Randolph and Sullivan had worked together in earlier assignments.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated March 27,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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Without this specific chemical transformation, the raw uranium mined from the ground cannot be utilized as fuel for nuclear power plants.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Mar. 2026
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It's typically utilized on things like hinges, locks, gears and machinery, in dusty environments where traditional lubricants would attract debris.—
Ben Coxworth
March 27,
New Atlas,
27 Mar. 2026
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Documents reviewed by the Miami Herald show that only a portion of the funds handled through TourProdEnter can be clearly tied to legitimate AFA expenses.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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Artist development, music production, choreography, promotion, and even fan engagement are all typically handled in-house.—
Mitch Therieau,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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Israel, meanwhile, saw Nasser’s rising influence across the Arab world as a danger, and wanted an excuse to cut him down, and to target Palestinian fedayeen militants who were operating in Gaza and the Sinai Peninsula, which were both controlled by Egypt at the time.—
Ishaan Tharoor,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Instead of pushing from a single point, assistance is distributed through the stride, making movement feel more stable and controlled.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 Mar. 2026
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Dion last performed in Paris during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics, singing from the balcony of the Eiffel Tower.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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In 2023 and 2024, the band performed just down the road from Billy Bob’s Texas at Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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Eco effort The hotel has applied for its LEED assessment following the adoption of a number of sustainability and energy-saving measures during the property’s renovation and current operations.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment by Boston EMS after the officers applied tourniquets to their wounds, BPD said.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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