steer
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“He could break down a play, like, ‘If you steer him left he’ll only drive 16% of the time, if he blinks twice he’s shooting,’” Myers said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
With the dressing room in turmoil and the club's reputation on the line, Real Madrid need a strong leader to steer the team back on course next season.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
"Political discussions will be difficult, but it is my responsibility as president -- and that of the political parties -- to steer Romania in the right direction," he told reporters on Monday.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
Without the star point guard, the Lakers could confidently turn to James to steer them through choppy waters.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
Then there was nothing to do except try to steer and wonder whether the rope she’d pulled off was important, and if it mattered anyway when the boat was balancing on skyscraper-high waves?
From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr
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Cormac McCarthy's "The Road"
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