governors
Pronunciation: [ˈɡʌvərnərz]
Context: “politics”
(noun) a governor is a leader of a state in the USA. They help make important decisions for the state and take care of laws.
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The governor announced a new program to help schools in the state.
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The previous governor did not address many of the people's concerns.
Example
Who is the current governor of our state?
Context: “management”
(noun) a governor can also be a person who manages a specific organization or group. They ensure everything runs smoothly and follows the rules.
Example
The board of directors appointed her as the new governor of the charity.
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The organization was struggling because the governor did not know how to lead effectively.
Example
What are the responsibilities of the governor in this organization?
Context: “mechanical devices”
(noun) a governor is a part in some machines that helps control the speed or amount of something. It keeps everything running at a safe level.
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The governor in the engine adjusted the speed whenever it got too fast.
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Without a governor, the machine would run out of control and be dangerous.
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How does the governor keep the machine operating safely?