Supervision

usgb/ˌsuːpərˈvɪʒn/
noun

The act of watching and managing a task or people doing a task.

The children were playing under the supervision of their parents.
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  • under supervision
  • supervision of
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Authority Presence

Implies someone responsible is present to oversee activities, ensuring safety or correctness.

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The machine can only be operated under the supervision of a qualified technician.
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Parental Care

Often used to describe a protective watchfulness by parents or guardians.

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Children must not be left at the pool without parental supervision.
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Not Alone

Highlights that a task is not to be done in isolation but with oversight.

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The interns completed the project with constant supervision from their managers.
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