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Synonyms
operate

verb

  1. direct or control: projects, businesses, etc.
  2. perform as expected when applied: "The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in"
  3. handle and cause to function: "do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol"
  4. perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
  5. happen: "What is going on in the minds of the people?"
  6. keep engaged: "engaged the gears"
  7. perform surgery on: "The doctors operated ont he patient but failed to save his life"