- present tense form of govern (3rd person singular).
governs
Example Sentences
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They did not signal a clear outcome but most of them sounded as though they leaned toward saying that federal law governs such far-reaching damage claims.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 5, 2026
Along with changing the meeting requirement, Amendment EE would approve other changes to how the city of Los Angeles governs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
The court’s authority under the Rome Statute, the judges ruled, overrides immunity accorded heads of state under treaties such as the Vienna Convention, which governs diplomatic relations between governments.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 30, 2026
The talks are taking place seven months after US forces seized president Nicolas Maduro and as interim leader Delcy Rodriguez governs under Washington's watchful eye.
From Barron's ● Aug. 6, 2026
Recognition of this general principle found expression in the constitution of the council, variously called “Imbizo” or “Pitso” or “Kgotla,” which governs the affairs of the tribe.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
