directed

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"You're getting sacked in the morning," was the chant directed at Slot by the gleeful City supporters as their side scored four goals in 20 minutes either side of half-time.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The affidavit describes what prosecutors call a “pervasive pattern of self-dealing,” including allegations that Davis directed city contracts to collective impact while sharing finances with Spingola.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Until now, none of the accusations and barbs directed at Peter Magyar have stuck.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

But, as directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic and written by Matthew Fogel, “Galaxy” seems very much like a movie made by 5-year-olds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

As Ellsberg pulled up to the tall gate surrounding the estate, a voice from a speaker atop the guardhouse directed him to a parking spot.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin