Both Uses of
preside
in
Lonesome Dove
- Clara made breakfast as silently as she had presided over supper.†
Chpt 101-102 *presided = chaired; or headed; or was in charge
- I don't attend hangings, although I've presided over some, of the homegrown sort.†
Chpt 101-102
Definition:
to lead or be in charge of a meeting, event, or group -- especially in an official or formal role