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Supervise

usgb/ˈsuːpərvaɪz/Volume
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Not Just Watching

Supervising implies taking action to correct or guide, not just observing.

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As she supervised the rehearsal, she made notes for feedback.
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Confusion with Observe

Do not confuse 'supervise' with 'observe'; supervision is more active.

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Observing traffic is different from supervising a traffic control system.
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Scope of Control

Supervision can be overarching or focused on specific tasks or areas.

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She supervises the entire production process, especially quality control.
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