steers

present tense third-person singular of steer
1
as in guides
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front the man in the train station was able to steer us in the right direction

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2
as in navigates
to operate or control the course of first needed to learn how to steer her personal watercraft before going out on the crowded lake

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Recent Examples of steers Acutely self-aware but nevertheless unapologetic, Vasquez steers his surreal and cynical midnight treasure just to the point of mainstream acceptability here. Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 13 Dec. 2024 Authentic Brands Group now also steers Muhammad Ali’s and Elvis Presley’s publicity rights. Michael Waters, The Atlantic, 6 Dec. 2024 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, 27 Nov. 2024 Typically, a human pilot wearing a virtual reality headset remotely steers an FPV in real time. David Axe, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2024 Kenneth Branagh, the Shakespearean wiz of my dreams, brings that passionate theatricality to this piece, and steers the ship with dramatic heft and kinetic electricity. Betty Gabriel, Variety, 9 Oct. 2024 The move comes as the county steers toward a tight budget season — one especially critical for transit services as the agency approaches another major fiscal cliff in the next couple of years. Vanessa Swales, Journal Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2024 Sutherland runs the division with fellow Co-Head Ben Kramer, also a perennial figure at major festivals and markets and who steers the dealmaking and operations with Sutherland. Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2024 China steers local firms away from Nvidia. John Kell, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2024
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  • As a former head writer on SNL, Meyers deftly guides the conversation toward craft, while Samberg, Schaffer, and Taccone reflect on their work’s legacy with humility.
    Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • When their organization's North Star consistently guides decisions, organizations create a foundation for sustainable, long-term success.
    Julian Hayes II, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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  • The script swiftly navigates what could be sensitive waters, finding good-natured humor in the inflection points of Jewish and gentile relations without ever being disparaging.
    Erin Strecker, IndieWire, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Brands that can hang on and leverage the breakneck speed at which Gen Z navigates platforms and tools have the opportunity to build affinity and engagement.
    Nohar Zmora, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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  • The Cardinals defense, on the other hand, has kept Murray in games and leads the NFL with 121 splash plays since Week 13.
    Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
  • During this time, the desire for physical warmth, emotional comfort and connection often leads people to seek intimate companionship.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
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  • How that team leader directs their colleagues is crucial to success.
    Don Yaeger, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The order directs state agencies to recommend potential actions that could help limit the harm associated with these products.
    Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 3 Jan. 2025
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  • This time around, Madea accompanies her friend Eileen (Anna Maria Horsford) to a small, rural town to visit the latter's daughter, Lacey (Tika Sumpter).
    Cydney Lee and Kevin Jacobsen Published, EW.com, 18 Dec. 2024
  • However, the surge in tourism often accompanies bustling crowds, especially in peak seasons.
    Jennifer Lee, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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  • The company, which conducts air cargo flights and charter services, did not disclose the names of the pilots.
    Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 18 Dec. 2024
  • House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) indicated that House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has a trump card in his deck, which will prove to be invaluable once Congress conducts its House speaker vote next month.
    Asher Notheis, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 17 Dec. 2024
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  • Both shows focused on political and legal dramas in Chicago, and both were costumed by the exceptionally talented Daniel Lawson, who is still designing the wardrobe of the now-iconic character.
    Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Even when streaming was in full swing, and shows like The Sopranos and The Wire were in the rearview mirror, everyone wanted to create their own Game Of Thrones.
    Erik Kain, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025

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“Steers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steers. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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