preside (over) (Meaning)

preside (over)

to be in charge of something (such as a meeting or organization), to be in charge of a country, company, etc., during (a particular time or activity)

The king presided over the royal court, administering justice and making decrees.
The chairman presided over the board meeting, guiding discussions and making decisions.
The president presided over the national convention of the political party.
The judge presided over the trial, ensuring fairness and maintaining order.
The bishop presided over the religious ceremony, leading the congregation in worship.
The dean presided over the university graduation ceremony, conferring degrees on the graduates.
The mayor presided over the city council meeting, setting the agenda and facilitating debate.
The chief executive officer presided over the company's annual shareholders' meeting.
The moderator presided over the panel discussion, ensuring a balanced and informative exchange of views.
The conductor presided over the musical performance, guiding the musicians and interpreting the composer's work.

to be in charge of something (such as a meeting or organization), to be in charge of a country, company, etc., during (a particular time or activity)

rule, govern, domineer, reign (over), dictate, sway, manage, captain, command, boss

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The king presided over the royal court, administering justice and making decrees.

The chairman presided over the board meeting, guiding discussions and making decisions.

The president presided over the national convention of the political party.

The judge presided over the trial, ensuring fairness and maintaining order.