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as in supervises
to look after and make decisions about
the company's president continues to conduct the everyday affairs of the software firm he founded many years ago
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as in directs
to cause to move to a central point or along a restricted pathway
the gutter conducts water to the curb, thus protecting the house's basement
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as in behaves
to manage the actions of (oneself) in a particular way
conducted themselves at the party like perfect ladies and gentlemen
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as in steers
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
a job conducting tourists through the historical museum
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as in transmits
to cause (something) to pass from one to another
a material that conducts heat quite efficiently
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as in controls
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
the President was happy to leave the conduct of foreign affairs to his secretary of state
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as in behaviors
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself
a child who has often been scolded for poor conduct
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Recent Examples of conducts
Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Findings included that the MPD uses excessive force, conducts unlawful stops, searches, and arrests, and unlawfully discriminates against Black people in its enforcement activities.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Unlike city agencies, there is no structure where the city routinely conducts performance audits of the fund.
—Julian Baron, Baltimore Sun, 6 Dec. 2024
Duncan said he was denied access to learn how Arizona conducts executions.
—Annabella Rosciglione, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Dec. 2024
In addition to those allegations, the DOJ said its investigation found that the police department routinely conducts unlawful stops, searches and arrests.
—Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 4 Dec. 2024
In a 73-page report, federal authorities found that the MPD uses excessive force, discriminates against Black people when enforcing the law, and conducts unlawful stops, searches and arrests.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 4 Dec. 2024
The couple even conducts bread and cheese workshops.
—John Oseid, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
They are also assigned a buddy who conducts regular well-being check-ins.
—David Morel, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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The Luxury Institute, which conducts research specific to the luxury industry, confirms the high levels of employee discontent and adds context around the challenges front-line luxury goods associates are experiencing after the pandemic.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Findings included that the MPD uses excessive force, conducts unlawful stops, searches, and arrests, and unlawfully discriminates against Black people in its enforcement activities.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Unlike city agencies, there is no structure where the city routinely conducts performance audits of the fund.
—Julian Baron, Baltimore Sun, 6 Dec. 2024
Duncan said he was denied access to learn how Arizona conducts executions.
—Annabella Rosciglione, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Dec. 2024
In addition to those allegations, the DOJ said its investigation found that the police department routinely conducts unlawful stops, searches and arrests.
—Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 4 Dec. 2024
In a 73-page report, federal authorities found that the MPD uses excessive force, discriminates against Black people when enforcing the law, and conducts unlawful stops, searches and arrests.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 4 Dec. 2024
The couple even conducts bread and cheese workshops.
—John Oseid, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
They are also assigned a buddy who conducts regular well-being check-ins.
—David Morel, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conducts
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Barry Jenkins directs, and at the premiere spoke about casting Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s daughter Blue Ivy Carter as Kiara, the daughter of Simba (voiced by Donald Glover) and Nala (voiced by Beyoncé).Kirsten Chuba, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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Projects such as these have a real impact in building empathy toward victims, said Valerie Higgins, who directs the Sustainable Cultural Heritage Program at the American University of Rome.Ruchi Kumar, NPR, 10 Dec. 2024
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Authentic Brands Group now also steers Muhammad Ali’s and Elvis Presley’s publicity rights.Michael Waters, The Atlantic, 6 Dec. 2024
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Admittedly, 2024 was a challenging year in many respects; but now, in the last six weeks, the zodiac sign of Sagittarius takes over and steers us in new directions with its curiosity and drive.Glamour, Glamour, 27 Nov. 2024
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Conforming Conforming involves adjusting your own beliefs or behaviors to align with someone else’s.Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Embed this safety culture at all levels of your organization to influence the attitudes and behaviors of every employee.Andreza Araujo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Kroger operates Ralphs, Food4Less, Fred Meyer, Fry’s, Quality Food Centers and other grocery stores.Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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The company operates Bershka, Pull&Bear, Massimo Dutti, Oysho, Stradivarius and Zara Home in addition to its core brand Zara.Rhonda Richford, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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The inclusion of women athletes in mainstream sports games carries significant implications for visibility and representation.Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Each path carries weighty consequences.Guney Yildiz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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In this stunning second title, Pan y Dulce, Ford seamlessly guides home bakers to crusty loaves, creamy Flan De Coco, vibrantly swirled Pan Payaso, and so much more.The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
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But there is no shortage of practical baking lessons here—this book guides the home baker with scientific precision.The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
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The Discovery Set gives an introduction to the brand’s three-step regimen, and helps to reduce redness, inflammation and improve hydration.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This keeps me connected to the pulse of the industry and gives me insight into what may work and what may not.Dave Knox, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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In addition to those strategies, look for more colleges to tighten their financial belts in order bring expenses into line with what’s likely to be reduced revenue, particularly at those private institutions that depend heavily on tuition dollars to fund their operations.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Next-Generation Infrastructure – Faster Networks, Smarter Hardware IT operations will continue to be redefined thanks to new developments and breakthroughs in network, data storage and processor technology.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Conducts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conducts. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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