preside
verb (used without object)
to occupy the place of authority or control, as in an assembly or meeting; act as president or chairperson.
will preside
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future tenseof preside.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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Los Angeles County voters face four runoff contests for Superior Court seats on Nov. 3, deciding who will preside over criminal and civil cases across the region.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
South Korean filmmaker Park Chan‑wook, the first from his country to head the Cannes film festival jury, will preside over the 79th edition in May, organisers announced Thursday.
From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026
His term ends on May 15, and before that Powell will preside over just two more rate-setting committee meetings: March 18 and April 29.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 19, 2026
Powell’s term as chair expires in May, meaning he will preside over just three more rate-setting meetings.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 10, 2025
Marvin Bell, junior class president, will preside over the scandals as master of ceremonies.
From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez
