as in to steer
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
ushered the job applicant into the room and then left
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Recent Examples of usher
However, voicing support for a pipeline and ushering it through an approval process are different things.
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Jessica Towhey, Boston Herald, 16 May 2025
Even security seems unsure, ushering people out of the building without explanation.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 8 May 2025
After gate attendants assisted a separate group of customers and ushered them toward the jet bridge, Dali followed immediately behind, the video shows.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 22 May 2025
When the ship's rudder stocks malfunctioned, the pair were just two of hundreds stranded in the city for four months — but the mishap ushered them straight to married bliss.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 15 May 2025
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Jessica Towhey, Boston Herald, 16 May 2025
Even security seems unsure, ushering people out of the building without explanation.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 8 May 2025
After gate attendants assisted a separate group of customers and ushered them toward the jet bridge, Dali followed immediately behind, the video shows.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 22 May 2025
When the ship's rudder stocks malfunctioned, the pair were just two of hundreds stranded in the city for four months — but the mishap ushered them straight to married bliss.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for usher
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Otherwise, Parkinson has steered clear of borrowing players from elsewhere, focusing instead on permanent signings.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Launched by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in 2016, the plan steers the Kingdom from reliance on oil to become a global leader in such sectors as technology, entertainment and tourism.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Edwards has guided the Timberwolves to two consecutive Western Conference Finals berths for the first time in franchise history.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 June 2025
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Heitinga joined Arne Slot’s backroom staff at Anfield last summer after having had a similar role at West Ham United under David Moyes the previous campaign, and helped guide them to the Premier League title.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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Co-owners Jessica and Nate White lead clients through every decision, ensuring that the finished space balances livability and sophistication.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
29 May 2025
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Musk spent close to $300 million to send President Trump back to the White House, and has since been leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), slashing the size of the federal workforce.—
Kate Rooney,Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
29 May 2025
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An accompanying ad campaign for the Converse collaboration featuring Lila Moss is running online and in wild posting.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
5 June 2025
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Utilizing an accompanying app or physical pushbutton controls, riders can choose between Slow, Middle and Fast pedaling preferences.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
5 June 2025
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“Usher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/usher. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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