over-saw
vərˈsi verb (used with object), o·ver·saw, o·ver·seen, o·ver·see·ing.
1.
to direct (work or workers); supervise; manage: He was hired to oversee the construction crews.
2.
to see or observe secretly or unintentionally: We happened to oversee the burglar leaving the premises. He was overseen stealing the letters.
3.
to survey or watch, as from a higher position.
4.
to look over; examine; inspect.
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| —vb , -sees, -seeing, -saw, -seen | |
| 1. | to watch over and direct; supervise |
| 2. | to watch secretly or accidentally |
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