1. operate, run

direct or control; projects, businesses, etc.

Example Sentences:
'She is running a relief operation in the Sudan'

• run

2. function, go, operate, run, work

perform as expected when applied

Example Sentences:
'The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in'
'Does this old car still run well?'
'This old radio doesn't work anymore'

• function
• go
• run
• work

3. control, operate

handle and cause to function

Example Sentences:
'do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol'
'control the lever'

• control

4. maneuver, manoeuver, manoeuvre, operate

perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense

• maneuver
• manoeuver
• manoeuvre

5. operate

happen

Example Sentences:
'What is going on in the minds of the people?'

6. engage, lock, mesh, operate

keep engaged

Example Sentences:
'engaged the gears'

• engage
• lock
• mesh

7. operate, operate on

perform surgery on

Example Sentences:
'The doctors operated on the patient but failed to save his life'

• operate on