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Verbs of Power Relations - Verbs for Management

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to management such as "direct", "supervise", and "lead".

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Categorized English Verbs Denoting Power Relations
to manage
to manage
[Verb]

to be in charge of the work of a team, organization, department, etc.

Ex: She manages a small team at her workplace .
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to direct
to direct
[Verb]

to control the affairs of an organization or institution

Ex: The board of directors oversees and directs the corporation .
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to supervise

to be in charge of someone or an activity and watch them to make sure everything is done properly

Ex: The experienced manager supervised the team during a crucial phase .
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to run
to run
[Verb]

to own, manage, or organize something such as a business, campaign, a group of animals, etc.

Ex: They run a herd of camels for desert expeditions .
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to operate

to control the functioning of something, like projects or businesses, to ensure proper functioning and desired outcomes

Ex: Over the years , he has successfully operated various successful ventures .
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to chair
to chair
[Verb]

to lead a committee or meeting

Ex: The CEO often chairs high-level strategy sessions to steer the company 's direction .
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to lead
to lead
[Verb]

to be the leader or in charge of something

Ex: He is leading the department 's restructuring efforts .
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to conduct

to direct or participate in the management, organization, or execution of something

Ex: The CEO will personally conduct negotiations with potential business partners .
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to reinstate

to restore someone or something to a previous state or position, especially after a temporary suspension or removal

Ex: The organization , recognizing its error , moved quickly to reinstate the wrongfully dismissed employees .
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to monitor

to keep someone or something under observation, typically for safety or security purposes

Ex: Border patrol agents use drones to monitor remote areas for illegal border crossings .
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to regulate

to control or adjust something in a way that agrees with rules and regulations

Ex: The manager is actively regulating safety protocols for the workplace .
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to affiliate

to join or associate with a group, organization, or network, forming a partnership or connection

Ex: Over the years , they have successfully affiliated with various business networks .
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to oversee

to observe an activity in order to ensure that everything is done properly

Ex: The project manager oversees the workflow to prevent delays .
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to administer

to be responsible for a company, organization, etc. and manage its affairs, including financial matters

Ex: The school principal actively administers the educational programs and resources .
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to discipline

to train a person or animal by instruction and exercise, usually with the aim of improving or correcting behavior

Ex: As the new leader , he intends to actively discipline employees for a more efficient workplace .
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to head up

to lead a group, team, or organization

Ex: They want someone experienced to head up the project .
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to preside over

to take on the role of being in charge of an event or situation, often with official responsibility

Ex: The judge will preside over the trial next week .
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to leave to

to allow someone to be alone or continue their work without being interrupted

Ex: I'll leave you to your studies.Don't hesitate to call if you need anything.
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