preside

preside的解释
v. 任主席,统辖,当主人
preside的例句
Some people believe that the Fates preside over man's destiny.
有些人相信，命运之神支配人类的命运。

The hostess presided at table with tact and urbanity.
女主人招待客人进餐时风雅而又得体。