1
as in to handle
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
as usual, she managed the crisis with a minimum of fuss
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2
as in to supervise
to look after and make decisions about
managed a household and a business simultaneously
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3
as in to cope
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 manage
Despite the turnovers, the Lakers managed the energy from the Thunder — a team the Lakers beat badly Sunday — in the first half of the rematch.
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Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2025
In addition to the three goals, Mikel Arteta’s team managed 11 shots on target out of a possible 12 (a level of effectiveness that has never happened before in the history of European matches).
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
Airlines rely on mainframes to manage booking systems and ensure smooth customer service, while insurance companies use them to process high volumes of claims efficiently.
—Melody Brue, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
June, the main character, played by Moss, has managed to escape Gilead after six seasons and is on the run with her baby, all while trying to find her oldest daughter, Hannah.
—Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 9 Apr. 2025
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Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2025
In addition to the three goals, Mikel Arteta’s team managed 11 shots on target out of a possible 12 (a level of effectiveness that has never happened before in the history of European matches).
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
Airlines rely on mainframes to manage booking systems and ensure smooth customer service, while insurance companies use them to process high volumes of claims efficiently.
—Melody Brue, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
June, the main character, played by Moss, has managed to escape Gilead after six seasons and is on the run with her baby, all while trying to find her oldest daughter, Hannah.
—Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manage
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The environmental health center had also handled a variety of other issues like cruise ship outbreak investigations, which are now reeling from significant layoffs.—
Sarah Lynch Baldwin,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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The bulbs are durable and waterproof, able to handle extreme heat and cold.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Nutley directed academic services at St. Xavier, and supervised a program aimed at helping teens who were struggling academically, according to court documents obtained by TMZ.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Shapiro supervises them all, on both scientific and ethical matters.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2025
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Regular exercise, maintaining a balanced diet, and getting enough sleep are essential ways to cope with stress and stay healthy.—
Verywell Health,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2025
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Local providers may be better placed to cope with European regulation – both in the European Union and the UK – on data privacy and management, for example.—
David Prosser,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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While Ticketmaster denies using surge pricing or dynamic algorithms to manipulate prices, fans like Jessica Chou question if their early participation in presales might be contributing to higher initial costs.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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Decades earlier, Loftus had demonstrated that people’s memories of visual details could be manipulated by posing questions that contained misinformation.—
Bernice Andrews,
Scientific American,
8 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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Due to the lack of upsets, Johnny Avello, an oddsmaker at DraftKings, said the bettor has done will this year due to a popular trend.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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That is something that a trainee should be able to do under supervision or an advanced senior resident would be able to do on their own.—
Maria Fontoura,
Rolling Stone,
5 Apr. 2025
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Under the Biden administration, the BRIC program was a key part of the government’s efforts to address climate change and while grants were awarded to a wide range of communities across the country, there was a special emphasis on helping historically underserved communities.—
Rebecca Santana,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
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Another installation titled ‘Rings of Collaboration’ addresses the need for inclusive design and solutions that respond to the needs of those with disabilities.—
Roddy Clarke,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Will Leather Goods, which has operated a pop-up location in the Stockyards since November 2024, is converting the space into a permanent store that is expected to open in June of this year.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
4 Apr. 2025
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Immigration policy experts say the case is consistent with how Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been operating under the new administration: The goal is meeting quotas, rather than targeted enforcement.—
Polo Sandoval,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Manage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manage. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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