preside
verb (used without object)
to occupy the place of authority or control, as in an assembly or meeting; act as president or chairperson.
presiding
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present participleof preside.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Global economic leaders are now presiding over rising anxiety in financial markets at a particularly lousy moment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
But despite the fast start from the hosts, New Zealand grew into the contest, with referee Angus Gardner, himself a late call-up in place of Nika Amashukeli, presiding over a fast and fluent game.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026
The court adjourned until August 27 to check whether the tests "correspond to Diego Armando Maradona or someone else," presiding judge Alberto Gaig said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026
A dissent by presiding Justice Alison Tucher concluded the majority misread the proposition, which she said must adhere to the state’s civil rights laws.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
That day Obsle’s party, the Open Trade faction, took over the presiding offices of the Thirty-Three.
From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin
