preside
verb (used without object)
to occupy the place of authority or control, as in an assembly or meeting; act as president or chairperson.
presider
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a word derived from
preside.
Example Sentences
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The condolences included one from Sacred Heart High School in Lincoln Heights, where he was praised as a “beloved presider and homilist at our masses.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2025
The Rev. Sally Slater will serve as preacher and presider at the 8 a.m. worship service or prayers, scripture, a homily and Holy Eucharist.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 12, 2016
When the disconcerted presider, Vice President Ferry, refused to allow the document, Anthony began reading it aloud from outside Independence Hall.
From Textbooks ● Dec. 30, 2014
He dedicated a drawing to the judge, one depicting a scuffle among jurors amid which the robed presider sought to restore order.
From New York Times ● Jul. 7, 2012
"And your precious Josip Pekic, your expediter, has removed him from his position as supreme presider of agriculture in Bosnatia."
From Expediter by Mack Reynolds
