su
per
vise
Third Person
supervises
Present Participle
supervising
Past Tense
supervised
Past Participle
supervised
1
to be in charge of someone or an activity and watch them to make sure everything is done properly
transitive
- The manager diligently supervises the team's daily tasks to maintain efficiency.
- Teachers are responsible for supervising students during examinations to prevent cheating.
- The construction foreman closely supervises the workers to ensure safety protocols are followed.
- The manager is actively supervising the team's performance.
- The experienced manager supervised the team during a crucial phase.
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2
to watch over someone as a security measure
transitive
- The lifeguard supervises swimmers to ensure their safety in the pool.
- The security guard supervises the premises to prevent theft or accidents.
- The nurse supervises the patients in the recovery room to monitor their condition.
- He supervises the construction site to ensure workers follow safety protocols.
- The park ranger supervises visitors to ensure they respect the natural environment.
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