overseen
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The joke did not go down well in China, where Mao is revered by the Communist Party, despite his having overseen one of the bloodiest chapters in the country's past.
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
He has not made a Test hundred since, including failing to do so during last winter's Ashes, but has been in excellent white-ball form and has overseen a resurgence in England's 50-over and T20 sides.
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026
Products tied to the stock market are typically overseen by the Securities and Exchange Commission and selling them often requires a securities license.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 11, 2026
Metrolink is operated by the Southern California Regional Rail Authority, overseen by members from multiple transit authorities including those of Los Angeles and Orange counties.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026
Often, Winnie’s visits were overseen by Warrant Officer James Gregory, who had been a censor on Robben Island.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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