1
as in to distribute
to give out (something) to appropriate individuals
the principal administers discipline fairly when students break the rules
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2
as in to enforce
to carry out effectively
local officials should see that the fair housing laws are rigorously administered
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3
as in to manage
to look after and make decisions about
the lieutenant governor administers the affairs of the state in the absence of the governor
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Recent Examples of administer
Payments are administered on a monthly basis and paid in one lump sum for most recipients.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Porter County Sheriff Jeffrey Balon said in a statement that administering Narcan is important to avoid an overdose and helps save lives.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
Doctors and health officials also warned that vitamin A can cause toxicity if administered in excess at home.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Programs run under contract are also in the crosshairs, including one that administers vaccines in shelters, clinics and to homebound individuals, and a rapid-response team that tests for infections as quickly as possible to help prevent the spread of infectious disease.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Porter County Sheriff Jeffrey Balon said in a statement that administering Narcan is important to avoid an overdose and helps save lives.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
Doctors and health officials also warned that vitamin A can cause toxicity if administered in excess at home.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
Programs run under contract are also in the crosshairs, including one that administers vaccines in shelters, clinics and to homebound individuals, and a rapid-response team that tests for infections as quickly as possible to help prevent the spread of infectious disease.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for administer
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Skyline Media has distributed more than 800 international films and served as sales agent for over 150 Vietnamese and Southeast Asian titles.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2025
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El Tayeb Siddig/Reuters That funding was part of some $661 million that USAID distributed in Sudan last year, accounting for nearly half of the global humanitarian response to the crisis.—
Violet Ikong,
Christian Science Monitor,
14 Apr. 2025
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The agency is responsible for policy and programs that address the nation’s housing needs and enforce fair housing laws.—
Julia Mueller,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
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When enforced, an arbitration clause compels a judge to dismiss a case.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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With the 18-34 crowd, the season managed a 0.378 rating, up 14% from last season’s 0.332 rating.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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However, the British actor has since managed to find some humor in the highly viral scene.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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Renee sometimes sang with her hand on her hip, dispensing wisdom, and occasionally dancing on stage with her sister.—
Lisa Tozzi,
Rolling Stone,
7 Apr. 2025
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Gaudy costumes and secret identities were dispensed with whilst newsreaders and rock songs from the real world were woven into the plots.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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These sessions provide personalized support to help authors implement strategies, stay accountable, and refine their approach over time.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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China responded by implementing 125 percent tariffs on American goods and limiting exports of rare earth minerals.—
Elizabeth Crisp,
The Hill,
18 Apr. 2025
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Nutley directed academic services at St. Xavier, and supervised a program aimed at helping teens who were struggling academically, according to court documents obtained by TMZ.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Shapiro supervises them all, on both scientific and ethical matters.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2025
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Dutch florists provided tens of thousands of flowers in an intricate, colorful layout − a tradition in its 39th year.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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While the amount of unused leave becomes public when an employee is paid out after leaving state service, the controller’s office would not provide the number of vacation days on the books for current employees, saying the information was confidential.—
Melody Gutierrez,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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In addition, Tobey oversees Lionsgate’s AI initiatives designed to increase production, marketing and distribution efficiency and provide new tools for filmmakers, including its partnership with Runway.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Joan Jett and her company Blackheart have entered into a partnership with hit songwriter Evan Bogart’s Seeker Music to oversee the legendary rock artist’s catalog together, The Hollywood Reporter can report exclusively.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Administer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/administer. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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