Synonyms

steering

American

[steer-ing] / ˈstɪər ɪŋ /

noun

the discriminatory practice by a real estate agent of maneuvering a client from a minority group away from considering a home in a white neighborhood.

Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

self-steering

adjective

Inflected Forms

Nouns

steerings

plural

Etymology

Origin of steering

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

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Steering the conversation with the right questions keeps us in the driver’s seat and seeing around corners.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Steering Responsive LED Headlights The Crosstrek’s headlights turn in relation to the wheels, helping you see further into a corner.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 26, 2025

The report was commissioned by the Gynaecology Review Steering Group, which included representations from NHS England, UHDB, and the Derby and Derbyshire clinical commissioning group.

From BBC • Sep. 30, 2025

Klobuchar was speaking to reporters fresh out of a caucus election where she was promoted to chair of the Steering and Policy Committee, replacing Michigan Sen. Debbie Stabenow.

From Slate • Dec. 7, 2024

Steering committee members decided to spend the day once again knocking on doors in black and white neighborhoods to bring people in for the evening session.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson

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