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to preside

verbformalcommon/pɾɨziˈðiɾ/pre·si·dir

Definition

1

To exercise the function of president; to direct, command, or supervise a meeting, assembly, organization, or ceremony.

Usage examples

The director will preside over the opening session.
She presided over the committee with great competence.

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Common combinations

preside over a meetingpreside at a ceremony