Managing
/ˈmænɪdʒɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo be in control of something, such as a business, a team, or a situation; to handle effectively.
/ˈmænɪdʒɪŋ/
To be in charge of; to control or organize.
She is managing the entire marketing campaign.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're the captain of a team or the boss of a project. Managing means you're in charge, making sure everything runs smoothly, and making decisions. For example, managing your time means making sure you have enough time for everything you need to do.
👶 For kids: To take care of something or someone, like when a teacher manages a classroom or a parent manages their kids.
More Examples
The company is struggling to manage its finances.
He is managing the crisis with a calm demeanor.
The new CEO is tasked with managing the company's restructuring.
How It's Used
"He is managing a large team of software developers."
"She's managing her investments carefully."
"Managing the household finances can be challenging."
To succeed in doing or dealing with something, especially something difficult; to be able to cope.
/ˈmænɪdʒɪŋ/
To succeed in surviving or reaching a goal despite difficulties.
She managed to finish the marathon, despite the injury.
💡 Simply: Think of when you try really hard to do something difficult, and you finally do it! That's managing. It's about finding a way to make something happen even when it's hard. Like, even though it was rainy, I still managed to have a great picnic.
👶 For kids: To be able to do something hard, like managing to ride your bike even if you fall a few times.
More Examples
The company is managing to stay profitable despite the economic downturn.
He managed to get the last seat on the train.
Despite the challenges, she managed to graduate with honors.
How It's Used
"The team is managing to stay in the championship race despite several injuries."
"He managed to get the project done despite all the obstacles."
Synonyms
Administering
Conducting
Controlling
Directing
Handling
Achieving
Attaining
Coping
Idioms & expressions
manage to...
To succeed in doing something despite difficulty.
"I managed to finish the report before the deadline."
manage your time
To organize and use your time effectively.
"Learning how to manage your time can greatly improve your productivity."
From Middle English *managgen* ('to handle, control'), from Old Italian *maneggiare* ('to handle, manage, train horses'), from *mano* ('hand'), from Latin *manus* ('hand').
The word's usage has evolved from handling physical objects to encompass controlling and organizing abstract concepts like finances and time, reflecting the changing complexities of human activity.
Memory tip
Imagine holding a map (man-age) guiding a group of people to their destination.