executing

word · lemma: execute

Definition

Performing or carrying out a plan, order, or task. It can also refer to putting something into effect, like a command, or, in legal contexts, to carrying out a sentence.

Usage & Nuances

More formal or technical; used in business, law, software, and official documents. Common collocations: 'executing a plan', 'executing code', 'executing a will'. When referring to death penalty ("executing a prisoner"), the context is legal and formal.

Example Sentences

The team is executing the new plan today.

basic

He is executing the orders given by his boss.

basic

She is executing the computer program now.

basic

We're executing our strategy as planned — let's see how it goes.

natural

If you have trouble executing these steps, let me know.

natural

The developers spent hours executing tests before launch.

natural