oversee
verb (used with object)
to direct (work or workers); supervise; manage.
is overseeing
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present progressiveof oversee (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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"We are very focused on advancing the closure of Rikers Island on the fastest timeline possible," said Dana Kaplan, who is overseeing the mayor's efforts to shutter the jail.
From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2026
Judge William Sullivan, who is overseeing the Clancy trial, has an order specifically prohibiting the photographing or filming of jurors.
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026
Judge Sean Lane, who is overseeing the bankruptcy case, postponed the sale hearing to Sept. 9 to give the court time to evaluate the claims.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
The building's management is overseeing the recovery of belongings, as hopes fade that any more survivors will be found.
From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026
Meanwhile, Matilde is overseeing the arrangement of balloons and flowers.
From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau
