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Preside Verb Figurative)the Party Presided Worst Economic Declines

word preside
part_of_speech verb
e.g. (figurative)The party presided over one of the worst economic declines in the country's history (= it was in power when the decline happened) .
usage ~ (at/over sth)
explanation to lead or be in charge of a meeting, ceremony, etc.

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