Synonyms

managing

British

/ ˈmænɪdʒɪŋ /

adjective

having administrative control or authority

a managing director

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Example Sentences

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In ISM’s survey, 67% of respondents said they were managing head count as opposed to hiring.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some two-thirds of companies said ”managing head counts is still the norm at their companies, as opposed to hiring.”

From MarketWatch

O'Neill was asked for his reflections during his spell as interim boss and says it has prompted thoughts about whether he would like to continue managing in the future.

From BBC

That proved to be the case yet again Sunday night at Crypto.com Arena as the Lakers rolled over the injury-depleted New Orleans Pelicans 133-121 with James out managing a left foot injury.

From Los Angeles Times

Planters operated the nation’s first “big businesses,” managing large labor forces through factory-like regimentation.

From The Wall Street Journal

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