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as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
oversight of the club's fund-raising activities
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as in mistake
an unintentional departure from truth or accuracy
claiming "three billion" instead of "three million" was just an oversight
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as in supervision
the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control
you'll have oversight of the troop until the scoutmaster returns
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as in negligence
the nonperformance of an assigned or expected action
failing to lock the car can be an expensive oversight if it gets stolen
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Recent Examples of oversight
Given the massive regulatory oversight on Big Tech last year, regulation could be a risk for Meta since its still too early to gauge Trump’s stance on large players in the sector.
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Paulina Likos, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
Could that mean that the Academy makes up for that oversight in Director or Screenplay?
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2025
During the months that followed, Boeing was repeatedly taken to task by the FAA, which itself did not escape blame for its oversight of the aerospace giant.
—Tribune News Service, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
Fashion models will have more protections Come June, there will be far more oversight and labor protections for models, influencers and fashion workers in New York State.
—Benjamin Oreskes, New York Times, 30 Dec. 2024
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Paulina Likos, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
Could that mean that the Academy makes up for that oversight in Director or Screenplay?
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2025
During the months that followed, Boeing was repeatedly taken to task by the FAA, which itself did not escape blame for its oversight of the aerospace giant.
—Tribune News Service, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
Fashion models will have more protections Come June, there will be far more oversight and labor protections for models, influencers and fashion workers in New York State.
—Benjamin Oreskes, New York Times, 30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oversight
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The next court date is April 21 for a case management conference.Ishani Desai, Sacramento Bee, 10 Jan. 2025
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There are a few consequences to remember when juicing, such as not getting the benefit of fiber from fruits and vegetables as the skin is removed, which aids in digestion, heart health, and weight management.Dominique Fluker, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
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Then there were lesson plans, radon measurements, lead tests, plumbing and fire safety checks, and blueprints, each done according to very specific requirements where any mistakes would set them back months more.ProPublica, ProPublica, 10 Jan. 2025
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Janice Hahn, a Los Angeles County supervisor, said on X that the alert was a mistake.Janhvi Bhojwani, NBC News, 10 Jan. 2025
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But his decision to leave his role as vice chair of supervision may have been intended to sidestep a legal battle with Mr. Trump.Deborah B. Solomon, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2025
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In a letter addressed to President Joe Biden, Barr stated his intent to vacate his role as vice chair of supervision while remaining on the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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Now, Morgan is being charged with vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence and leaving the scene of the accident, both felonies.Nate Gartrell, The Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2024
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There were other chances, goals ruled out, Murphy striking the crossbar, and then Joelinton gilded the scoreline after intercepting a pass out from Amadou Onana that straddled negligence and criminality.George Caulkin, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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Between the lines: Industry analysts expect a better environment for Medicare Advantage insurers under the Trump administration.Maya Goldman, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025
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Itay Chen, on dealing with his son's absence for the second consecutive holiday season and the prospect of his son coming home under the incoming Trump administration.Christina Shaw, Fox News, 13 Jan. 2025
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There’s very little room for error if growth does not accelerate in the coming years.Trefis Team, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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The Bianconeri were seeking their first trophy under the stewardship of Coach Thiago Motta, but instead became the first victims of the Sergio Conceicao era at Milan as their opponents secured a place in Monday’s final.Adam Digby, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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On the other hand, under the stewardship of Shanahan and Lynch, the 49ers have made the playoffs four times and made two Super Bowl appearances in eight seasons.Nathan Kamal, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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At that time, though, the system was already in decline after years of neglect in terms of maintenance and investment.Greg Wehner, Fox News, 31 Dec. 2024
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Three Missouri residents are charged with child neglect Police have charged three Missouri residents with child neglect after discovering a small child under their care in severe physical distress.Ben Brachfeld, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Oversight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oversight. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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