exec

noun

ex·​ec ig-ˈzek How to pronounce exec (audio)

Examples of exec in a Sentence

a restaurant where the city's top execs like to have power lunches
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It was created by Parker and Matt Stone, who exec produce alongside Anne Garefino and Frank C. Agnone II. Peter White, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2025 Langley could have easily sat out CinemaCon as do many of counterparts at her level of the exec ranks. Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2025 If there’s a major American exec who would understand the potential benefits of a closer relationship between the U.S. and China, Subramaniam would be on the short list. Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 1 Apr. 2025 Progress report: Disney World execs talk theme-park projects Panelists share news regarding Tropical Americas, Test Track, new adults-only Epcot lounge and more. Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for exec

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of exec was in 1896

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“Exec.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exec. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.

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