at the helm
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“Love Island USA” Season 8 premiered Tuesday on Peacock, with host and “Vanderpump Rules” alumna Ariana Madix back at the helm.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
Navigating the possibility of a rate hike will also be a challenge for Warsh, who is completing his first week at the helm of the central bank.
From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026
The person at the helm also needs to anticipate the intentions of other vessels.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill has signed a four-year contract extension to keep him at the helm until 2032.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Breakfast and lunch she ate alone, for the men were out in the dories and Captain Strøm stayed at the helm, poring over the sea charts.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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