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directing

Pronunciation: [dəˈrɛktɪŋ]

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Learn how to use directing in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “management”

(verb) to guide or control a group or organization towards a goal. It's like when a teacher helps students learn and tells them what to do to succeed.

Example

The manager is directing the team to complete the project on time.

Example

The teacher was not directing the class well, so the students were confused.

Example

Who is directing the meeting today?

Context: “entertainment”

(verb) to oversee the making of a movie, play, or show. It’s like being the captain of a team, helping everyone work together to create something great.

Example

She is directing a new film that will be released next summer.

Example

The last play he directed did not receive good reviews.

Example

What play are you directing this year?

How to pronounce directing

Pronunciation: [dəˈrɛktɪŋ]

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