steer
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That means that unlike insurance brokers who receive a commission for their recommendations, they must offer unbiased support and not steer anyone toward a particular plan.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 12, 2026
Now, they are fanning questions about the board’s oversight—and whether it can steer Nvidia through a crisis with the potential to ripple across the AI economy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 10, 2026
He is accused of using his influence as president to steer millions in government deposits to Ueno and of hiding or downplaying its financial woes despite warnings about questionable loans and solvency issues.
From Barron's ● Nov. 9, 2026
Chief financial officers typically steer clear of politics.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 4, 2026
As powerful as the cumbersome vessel was, it was not the easiest ship to steer, which made it dangerous to operate in such a windy site so close to shore.
From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler
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Where quantum theory has so far failed is in explaining gravitation, the force that keeps us on the ground and steers the earth around the sun.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026
He steers clear of healthcare providers or nursing homes catering to aging populations — “basically a fast-maturing and bad hedge to inflation” that won’t easily pass on rising costs to those residents.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026
"The system's better, you get clearer decisions, better steers when you need them," says a minister.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
Introducing “The Humanity Dilemma” at the nearly packed Sheridan Opera House, festival executive director Julie Huntsinger acknowledged that Telluride normally steers clear of taking political sides.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026
After a few minutes, Ollie places his hand on the small of my back and steers me away from the statue.
From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse
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Cormac McCarthy's "The Road"
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