1
as in to rule
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 to regulate
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 to manage
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 govern
Braman said the military has changed its policies governing when aircraft must transmit their location, but many helicopters still fly without the system on.
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Josh Funk, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2025
Japan has strict laws governing one of the country’s most iconic activities, widely considered a natural treasure.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2025
Zoom out: Lehane insisted that there are plenty of laws already on the books that govern what AI companies can and can't do.
—Megan Morrone, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025
Brundle has been vocal about the presence of heavy vehicles on and around the track during Grand Prix events, a matter of concern that must be addressed by the sport and its governing body, the FIA.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 16 Mar. 2025
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Josh Funk, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2025
Japan has strict laws governing one of the country’s most iconic activities, widely considered a natural treasure.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2025
Zoom out: Lehane insisted that there are plenty of laws already on the books that govern what AI companies can and can't do.
—Megan Morrone, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025
Brundle has been vocal about the presence of heavy vehicles on and around the track during Grand Prix events, a matter of concern that must be addressed by the sport and its governing body, the FIA.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for govern
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National Trump administration advances immigration crackdown on foreign student protesters On Friday, a federal judge ruled that Ozturk will have her case heard in Vermont.—
Adrian Florido,
NPR,
8 Apr. 2025
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Alsup ruled that the U.S. Office of Personnel Management had improperly ordered agencies to fire workers en masse.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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Aside from crime, the advisory spotlights the dangers around jet skiing and boating in the Bahamas, noting that the boating industry is not well regulated and some watercraft are not licensed, which has led to injury and death.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Apr. 2025
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Trump announced the tariffs under the authority of the International Economic Emergency Powers Act, or IEEPA, which grants the president the power to regulate imports.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
2 Apr. 2025
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As for recharging, Google could do better—the Pixel 9a manages just 23 W wired and 7.5 W wireless, and the flagship Pixels are only a little faster.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 2025
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With the 18-34 crowd, the season managed a 0.378 rating, up 14% from last season’s 0.332 rating.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Tszyu looked poised and controlled in the early going of the contest.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Tiny parasitic wasps also control aphids with adults laying their eggs within the aphids and the developing wasp larvae feeding on them.—
Rita Perwich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2025
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The guests-only 14th floor contains the outdoor pool—stretched along the building’s edge with bang-on skyline views—and the Living Room, a clubhouse where Capella hosts events like an Evening Ritual hour with complimentary cocktails and canapés.—
Travis Levius,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Apr. 2025
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Greek Yogurt Greek yogurt contains 17 grams of protein in a three-quarter cup serving.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
8 Apr. 2025
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The new entity would have been owned and operated by a majority of American investors, the person said, with ByteDance holding a minority position.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
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Debt Relief in New York: How to Find a Debt Settlement Provider Several debt settlement companies operate within the Empire State.—
Kat Tretina,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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For theater lovers, the ever-changing lineup of new productions, revivals, and experimental pieces offers endless reasons to keep coming back.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Powell’s focus on inflation suggests that the Fed will likely keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at about 4.3% in the coming months.—
Time,
Time,
4 Apr. 2025
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In addition, Tobey oversees Lionsgate’s AI initiatives designed to increase production, marketing and distribution efficiency and provide new tools for filmmakers, including its partnership with Runway.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Joan Jett and her company Blackheart have entered into a partnership with hit songwriter Evan Bogart’s Seeker Music to oversee the legendary rock artist’s catalog together, The Hollywood Reporter can report exclusively.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Govern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/govern. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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