directed

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Perhaps his most interesting remark was directed at unspecified people in “positions of authority” who, according to Thomas, had abandoned their core beliefs to receive public praise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

One count directed at Baldwin, alleging assault, was dropped.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

You might know him from the OC, but Ben McKenzie wrote the book—and directed the documentary—on cryptocurrency’s core fraudulence.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

Later this summer, he'll play Johann Sebastian Bach in the US premiere of the play The Score, directed by Trevor Nunn, who at 86 is also keen to fly the flag for older talent.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

She had no doubt that spirit hands had directed the boat when she was too weak to row.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer