Example Sentences

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He wrote that he “let her know that I am directing ALL Federal Law Enforcement to be at the family’s, and Local Law Enforcement’s, complete disposal, IMMEDIATELY.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

"As a mother and guardian of this nation, I am directing law-enforcement agencies, especially the DPP's office, to show leniency."

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2025

I think on a macro level, my goal is the same as a director whether I am directing a drama or a comedy.

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2022

“These funds were generated in western New York, and I am directing the state’s share, which is more than $418 million, to the new Buffalo Bills stadium,” Hochul said in a release.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 30, 2022

“I don’t know. I am directing us to the best of my ability.”

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga