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as in directors
a person who directs a musical ensemble
The orchestra thanked their conductor for pulling together such a memorable performance.
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as in drivers
a person who collects money or fares on a train or bus
She asked the train's conductor when they would arrive at the next station.
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Recent Examples of conductors
Instead, modern leaders should embrace acting as conductors, orchestrating input, fostering alignment, and empowering teams to act with clarity.
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Karl Moore, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
At 88, Mehta is the dean of Schoenberg conductors.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
One of the other conductors of this symphony is the frontrunner for the comeback player of the year award (if the NBA had such an honor), Lonzo Ball.
—Mat Issa, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Indeed, members of the Philharmonic are more likely to ask whether conductors have risen to their level.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Hope and unity can be found in youth orchestras with galvanizing conductors around the world.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
The technology enables the creation of conductors from long, one-dimensional CNT structures, even in challenging dry manufacturing environments.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 28 Nov. 2024
The areas where conductors will be formed are blocked from the light.
—IEEE Spectrum, 27 Nov. 2024
Looking ahead, solid-state batteries using non-flammable solid lithium conductors are on the horizon.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2024
Karl Moore, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
At 88, Mehta is the dean of Schoenberg conductors.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
One of the other conductors of this symphony is the frontrunner for the comeback player of the year award (if the NBA had such an honor), Lonzo Ball.
—Mat Issa, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Indeed, members of the Philharmonic are more likely to ask whether conductors have risen to their level.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Hope and unity can be found in youth orchestras with galvanizing conductors around the world.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
The technology enables the creation of conductors from long, one-dimensional CNT structures, even in challenging dry manufacturing environments.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 28 Nov. 2024
The areas where conductors will be formed are blocked from the light.
—IEEE Spectrum, 27 Nov. 2024
Looking ahead, solid-state batteries using non-flammable solid lithium conductors are on the horizon.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conductors
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The project, helmed by directors Radha Mehta and Saif Jaan, explores the story of an imam facing a moral crossroads between upholding traditional mosque values and protecting a male congregant’s spiritual journey.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
31 Dec. 2024
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The board had decided at a recent meeting to expand to 12 directors.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
30 Dec. 2024
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And drivers should make sure their EZPass account is up to date with their current plate number before tolling starts on January 5.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
3 Jan. 2025
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Living in a small community of just 238 people, Coco explained that stray animals are sadly a common sight, often abandoned by passing drivers.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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Classical composers used dice to randomly compose songs.—
The Atlantic Science Desk,
The Atlantic,
28 Dec. 2024
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Conservatory students also study work by African American composers, which has often been left out of traditional music education institutions.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
The Indianapolis Star,
26 Dec. 2024
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These eco-minded musicians are following in the lighter-carbon footsteps of the Dave Matthews Band and Jack Johnson, who led the charge in the 2010s with their green riders and sustainability initiatives.—
Julia MacCary,
Variety,
3 Jan. 2025
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From rising new songwriters to seasoned touring musicians, a new generation of artists is bringing unique sounds that speak to every mood and moment.—
SPIN Contributor,
SPIN,
3 Jan. 2025
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But how can these leaders change that situation and get the best out of their AI strategies, with all employees on board?—
Kolawole Samuel Adebayo,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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For many business leaders, building an AI strategy that aligns with organizational goals while empowering employees to embrace the change is challenging.—
Kolawole Samuel Adebayo,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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But while Baldwin’s manslaughter case is over, Hutchins’ mother, father, and sister are continuing to pursue a civil case against the actor and the film’s producers in state court in New Mexico.—
Jodi Guglielmi,
Rolling Stone,
24 Dec. 2024
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Increase in money supply to cushion the impact of lockdowns led to high demand for goods; producers unable to match up.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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The complaint claims Fox executives fostered a hostile work environment that allowed senior managers and on-air personalities including Bayless to abuse workers without fear of punishment.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 Jan. 2025
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And getting acquainted with new managers assigned to new roles to run the Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue operations.—
David Moin,
WWD,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Conductors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conductors. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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