as in to steer
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
ushered the job applicant into the room and then left
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Recent Examples of usher
After gate attendants assisted a separate group of customers and ushered them toward the jet bridge, Dali followed immediately behind, the video shows.
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Jared Kofsky, ABC News, 16 Apr. 2025
Karen then ushered Daredevil out of the back room at Josie’s, where he was met by the seed of a small army: Josie, Cherry, and some good cops included.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 15 Apr. 2025
Prospective jurors were ushered into the courtroom around 11:18 a.m..
—Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 15 Apr. 2025
In just 16 months, a new nursing program in Meridian will usher its first class of nurses into the health care workforce.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2025
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Jared Kofsky, ABC News, 16 Apr. 2025
Karen then ushered Daredevil out of the back room at Josie’s, where he was met by the seed of a small army: Josie, Cherry, and some good cops included.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 15 Apr. 2025
Prospective jurors were ushered into the courtroom around 11:18 a.m..
—Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 15 Apr. 2025
In just 16 months, a new nursing program in Meridian will usher its first class of nurses into the health care workforce.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for usher
Verb
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Arniel steered the Jets to their first Presidents’ Trophy, energizing Winnipeg’s veterans after several years of postseason disappointment.—
Rob Rossi,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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After Shaver’s death in 1958, department store executives continued to steer the gala, but attendance and revenue waned.—
Elizabeth Castaldo Lundén,
The Conversation,
1 May 2025
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Dugan is accused of guiding the defendant and his attorney out of a side door to a hallway leading to a public area on the same floor, according to authorities.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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Without a cell signal to guide her, my husband and I led her to the interstate ourselves.—
Barbara Kingsolver,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2025
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Kendrick Lamar leads the pack with 10 total nominations in eight categories.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Earlier in the night, the Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks kicked off Tuesday’s action, with the Pacers cruising to a 2-0 series lead thanks to their 123-115 win.—
The Athletic NBA Staff,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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Dunk’s return to form against West Ham was accompanied by Solly March’s first start for 18 months after major knee damage.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Upon embarking the plane, you will be accompanied right to your chauffeur.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Usher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/usher. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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