oversaw

VERB

manage, supervise

Synonyms

STRONGEST

command inspect

STRONG

baby-sit boss captain chaperon eye herd overlook quarterback shepherd skipper superintend survey watch

WEAK

be in driver's seat call the shots keep one's eye on look after ride herd on run the show sit on top of

Antonyms

STRONG

follow ignore neglect

WEAK

obey

Example Sentences

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North Korea previously said the Choe Hyon is equipped with the "most powerful weapons", and Kim oversaw a cruise missile test from the vessel in April.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

The Sphere set a high bar for other entertainment venues in the city, said Marc Badain, who oversaw building Allegiant Stadium, which opened in 2020 and is home to the NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

So did Phil Jackson, the coaching icon who oversaw dynasties in Chicago and Los Angeles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

But Green, who oversaw that recovery project, said the bog bush cricket would be more difficult to rear because it can be cannibalistic and has a longer, two-year life cycle.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

Then Shady oversaw the process with the watchful eye of a master craftsman, wanting each of his apprentices to learn the art of his trade.

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool