No. 7,276 in Dutch
bestuurde
"Managed" or "controlled."
In a sentence
Deze auto werd door een ervaren chauffeur bestuurde.
This car was driven by an experienced driver.
'bestuurde' here refers to the action of controlling or driving a vehicle, indicating its usage as a verb.
Hij bestuurde gedurende zijn leven velen projecten.
He managed many projects during his life.
In this sentence, 'bestuurde' implies the act of managing or directing, showcasing its extended metaphorical usage.
De mooie landschappen werden door hen bestuurde.
The beautiful landscapes were governed by them.
Here, 'bestuurde' is used in the context of governance or administration, showing its versatility in different domains.
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