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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: The CEO skillfully manages the company, ensuring growth and profitability. 
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to direct
to direct
[Verb]

to control the affairs of an organization or institution

Ex: The CEO strategically directs the organization to achieve its long-term goals. 
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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 manager diligently supervises the team's daily tasks to maintain efficiency. 
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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: She ran the family farm, overseeing the planting, harvesting, and sales of their crops. 
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to operate

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

Ex: Small business owners often personally operate and manage their enterprises. 
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to chair
to chair
[Verb]

to lead a committee or meeting

Ex: She regularly chairs the weekly team meetings, ensuring all agenda items are addressed. 
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to lead
to lead
[Verb]

to be the leader or in charge of something

Ex: The tour group was led by a knowledgeable guide. 
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to conduct

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

Ex: The experienced project manager will conduct the team in implementing the new software. 
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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: After a thorough investigation, the company decided to reinstate the employee to his previous position. 
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to monitor

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

Ex: The security guard diligently monitors the surveillance cameras to ensure the safety of the premises. 
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to regulate

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

Ex: The government agency works to regulate environmental policies to protect natural resources. 
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to affiliate

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

Ex: The small business decided to affiliate with a larger corporation for increased support. 
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to oversee

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

Ex: She was hired to oversee the day-to-day operations of the company. 
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to administer

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

Ex: The CEO diligently administers the company, overseeing its overall operations and strategic direction. 
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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: Parents use various methods to discipline their children, teaching them values and acceptable behavior. 
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to head up

to lead a group, team, or organization

Ex: She was chosen to head up the new marketing campaign. 
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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 headmaster will preside over the school's graduation ceremony. 
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to leave to

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

Ex: The teacher left the students to their studies, providing them with ample time to complete their assignments. 
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