Synonyms

steering

American

[steer-ing] / ˈstɪər ɪŋ /

noun

the discriminatory practice by a real estate agent of maneuvering a client from a minority group away from considering a home in a white neighborhood.

Other Word Forms

self-steering

adjective

Etymology

Origin of steering

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

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He had a plum seat on the Intelligence Committee and was a co-chair of the Steering Committee, which decides committee assignments for the caucus.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

Steering restrictions in hospital contracts with insurers can guarantee that the hospital will be included in all of the insurer’s health-plan networks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Steering Responsive LED Headlights The Crosstrek’s headlights turn in relation to the wheels, helping you see further into a corner.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 26, 2025

The House Democratic Steering Committee, which consists of caucus leaders and House members representing different geographical areas and election classes, will meet later this month to make recommendations for committee leadership.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2024

Steering the boat to a wharf, Dad jumped out.

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury

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