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manager

[ˈmænɪdʒər]

manager Definition

  • 1a person responsible for controlling or administering an organization or group of staff
  • 2a person who is in charge of the activities, tactics, and training of a sports team

Using manager: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "manager" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The manager of the company is responsible for its success.

  • Example

    She is the manager of the sales department.

  • Example

    The football team hired a new manager this season.

manager Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for manager

Idioms Using manager

  • to deceive or trick someone in authority

    Example

    He thought he could pull a fast one on the manager, but he got caught.

  • wear the manager's hat

    to take on the responsibilities of a manager

    Example

    When the manager is away, I have to wear the manager's hat and make important decisions.

  • the manager is ultimately responsible for the success or failure of a project or organization

    Example

    The team failed to meet its targets, but the buck stops with the manager.

Phrases with manager

  • a high-level executive who is responsible for the overall management of a company or organization

    Example

    The general manager of the hotel oversees all operations and staff.

  • a professional in charge of planning, executing, and closing projects

    Example

    The project manager ensured that the construction project was completed on time and within budget.

  • a person responsible for the daily operations of a retail store

    Example

    The store manager is in charge of managing inventory, supervising employees, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Origins of manager

from Italian 'maneggiare', meaning 'to handle'

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Summary: manager in Brief

A 'manager' [ˈmænɪdʒər] is a person responsible for controlling or administering an organization or group of staff. It can also refer to a person who is in charge of the activities, tactics, and training of a sports team. Examples include 'The manager of the company is responsible for its success.' and 'The football team hired a new manager this season.' Idioms like 'pull a fast one on the manager' and 'the buck stops with the manager' reflect the importance of the role.

How do native speakers use this expression?

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