Managed
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The past tense of 'manage', meaning to be in charge of running an organisation or undertaking a task, or to succeed in surviving or coping despite difficulties. It implies control and competence.
“She managed to complete the project on time despite numerous unexpected challenges.”
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man·aged
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Wordle
Contains M-A-N-A-G-E-D with three A's; the MANAG root with -ED ending is clear
Scrabble
Worth 11 points; the M (3 points) and G (2 points) add value to this management term
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