manage

Pronunciation

Verb B1 Intermediate

To be in charge of organizing or controlling something, such as a business or task, or to succeed in doing something difficult.

"She manages a team of twelve people."

Synonyms and antonyms

direct oversee

"Manage to" plus a verb means succeeding at something difficult, as in "manage to finish on time."

Which word fits the gap? "She _____ a team of twelve people."

Answer: manage

In your own words, what does "manage" mean?

To be in charge of organizing or controlling something, such as a business or task, or to succeed in doing something difficult.