arrange

verb

ə-ˈrānj How to pronounce arrange (audio)
Definition of arrangenext
1
as in to decide
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of arrange a time for the meeting arrange money matters for your trip

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2
as in to organize
to put into a particular arrangement arrange the flowers so that the taller ones are at the center of the bouquet

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3
as in to negotiate
to bring about through discussion and compromise I'll arrange your free movie pass with the cinema's manager

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4
as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance we need to arrange our European vacation so that we can get the best deals

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How does the verb arrange contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of arrange are marshal, methodize, order, organize, and systematize. While all these words mean "to put persons or things into their proper places in relation to each other," arrange implies a setting in sequence, relationship, or adjustment.

arranged the files numerically

When can marshal be used instead of arrange?

Although the words marshal and arrange have much in common, marshal suggests gathering and arranging in preparation for a particular operation or effective use.

marshaling the facts for argument

When is it sensible to use methodize instead of arrange?

The words methodize and arrange can be used in similar contexts, but methodize suggests imposing an orderly procedure rather than a fixed scheme.

methodizes every aspect of daily living

When is order a more appropriate choice than arrange?

The words order and arrange are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, order suggests a straightening out so as to eliminate confusion.

ordered her business affairs

Where would organize be a reasonable alternative to arrange?

In some situations, the words organize and arrange are roughly equivalent. However, organize implies arranging so that the whole aggregate works as a unit with each element having a proper function.

organized the volunteers into teams

In what contexts can systematize take the place of arrange?

The synonyms systematize and arrange are sometimes interchangeable, but systematize implies arranging according to a predetermined scheme.

systematized billing procedures

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Recent Examples of arrange To simplify your mornings, consider the natural flow of your routine and arrange your furniture and lighting fixtures accordingly. —Katelyn Squiers, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2025 The suspect and victim had decided to reconcile and arranged for a meeting. —Samira Asma-Sadeque, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025 Three years later, Ade arranged a romantic trip to Italy for the couple with the intention of asking Houston to be his wife. —Megan Pinckney Rutherford, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025 And with its intuitive drag-and-drop functionality, arranging, connecting and customizing elements has never been easier. —Carly Schnurr, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for arrange
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arrange
  1. decide
  2. organize
  3. negotiate
  4. plan
  5. choose
  6. classify
  7. conclude
  8. prepare
Verb
  • Listen to this article After initial reluctance, Osceola County commissioners have decided to kick in $500,000 toward a study on the feasibility of a SunRail extension from Orlando’s airport to the theme parks.
    — Natalia Jaramillo, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2025
  • But New Haven Judicial District State’s Attorney John P. Doyle took exception to the bill, asserting that prosecutors already consider someone’s history including domestic violence in deciding sentences.
    — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of decide
Verb
  • Incorporating a set of packing cubes can encourage you to pare down and organize your clothing based on the type of clothes or the day.
    — Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Amazon sales rose nearly 6% during an eight-day boycott organized by an activist group, challenging the effectiveness of consumer activism against the retail giant.
    — Kiri Masters, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of organize
Verb
  • Leaders from both countries negotiated the ceasefire proposal announced on Tuesday.
    — Axios, Axios, 15 Mar. 2025
  • The two players have been negotiating deals with Cincinnati to keep them with the organization for years to come.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of negotiate
Verb
  • The former Steelers quarterback spent Thursday visiting with the Cleveland Browns and also plans to visit with the New York Giants on Friday.
    — Mike DeFabo, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Taking a look back at this week’s news and headlines across the Android world, including Galaxy S25 Edge pricing, Samsung plans Exynos return, Pixel 10 Pro leaks, Oppo Find X8 Ultra specs, Google could sell Chrome, Pokemon Go sold, and Genshin Impact picks up official controller support.
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of plan
Verb
  • The Suns drafted him with the 22nd pick, one of three Arkansas Razorbacks chosen in the first round, joining Todd Day and Lee Mayberry.
    — Doug Haller, The Athletic, 13 Mar. 2025
  • In the wake of this tragedy, the family has been heartbroken to see that certain individuals have chosen to profit from their grief, spreading false and unkind stories about their mother.
    — Denise Petski, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of choose
Verb
  • Despite the depth and breadth of his transactions, Sweeney did not classify his work as a teardown.
    — Fluto Shinzawa, The Athletic, 8 Mar. 2025
  • Using data from nearly 10,000 herbarium specimens, scientists at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History have brought attention to the conservation status of these plants, revealing that 87 species—almost half of the genus—are now classified as threatened with extinction.
    — Ella Jeffries, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of classify
Verb
  • An investigation led by Chief Justice Earl Warren concluded that Oswald acted alone in shooting Kennedy, but the probe has been widely criticized by academics and historians in the 62 years since the assassination.
    — Stefan Becket, CBS News, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Schlossberg concluded his video by again mocking Rogan for his height.
    — Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of conclude
Verb
  • Tuchel has spent the past three months preparing for the beginning of England’s 2026 World Cup-qualifying campaign.
    — Dan Sheldon, The Athletic, 18 Mar. 2025
  • For example, upgrading the forge lets players improve weapons and armor, while upgrading the dojo trains allies to learn new skills in order to help Naoe and Yasuke prepare for the threats that lie ahead.
    — George Yang, Rolling Stone, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of prepare

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