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well-managed

British  

adjective

  1. administered or controlled in a competent or successful manner

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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“When airlines can pass through higher fuel costs without sacrificing traffic, it supports revenue growth and positions well-managed carriers to expand margins and profitability,” he adds.

From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026

The six beaches also received a Seaside Award - along with Bournemouth, Boscombe and Avon Beach - which recognises beaches that offer a high-quality, well-managed and clean environment.

From BBC ● May 18, 2026

He moved to Dubai years ago to expand the business after launching in London and came to love how efficient and well-managed it is, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 13, 2026

A well-managed covered-call strategy can help a fund manager smooth out an income stream while providing downside protection.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2025

Over at the piano Grace was playing with much tender feeling one of Chopin's delicious nocturnes; before the open fireplace, Carter, Brevoort and McVey were discussing the possibilities of a well-managed ranch.

From The Song of the Wolf by Frank Mayer

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