as in to manage
to work out the details and guide the doing or making of (something)
She orchestrated a brilliant publicity campaign.
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Recent Examples of orchestrate
In a Reddit post, the man shared how his 27-year-old girlfriend, Sarah, orchestrated a proposal at a restaurant on his behalf, sparking outrage from people online.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
In turn, Israel has accused Hamas of not respecting the order in which the hostages were to be released and of orchestrating abusive public displays before large crowds when they have been handed over to the Red Cross.
—James MacKenzie, Emily Rose, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2025
In later years, goes on to orchestrate celebrity funerals and even play a role in keeping Keith Richards from being imprisoned in Canada.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 10 Feb. 2025
While our firefighters excel at containing fires, those responsible for orchestrating evacuations must do better.
—Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
In turn, Israel has accused Hamas of not respecting the order in which the hostages were to be released and of orchestrating abusive public displays before large crowds when they have been handed over to the Red Cross.
—James MacKenzie, Emily Rose, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2025
In later years, goes on to orchestrate celebrity funerals and even play a role in keeping Keith Richards from being imprisoned in Canada.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 10 Feb. 2025
While our firefighters excel at containing fires, those responsible for orchestrating evacuations must do better.
—Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for orchestrate
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Only two tracks have managed to lead the Hot Dance/Pop Songs list since its inception six weeks ago.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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The park service maintains and manages more than 400 natural, cultural, and recreational sites, along with about 26,000 historic structures.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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One that should not be controversial, however, is the requirement that independent regulatory agencies analyze the likely impacts of their regulations and coordinate with other agencies before issuing rules.—
Susan E. Dudley,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Pandemic responses, climate initiatives, and nuclear nonproliferation regimes require states to coordinate policies and pool resources.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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But that would also assume that the institutions organize under some umbrella akin to MLB or the NFL, because now there is really no single entity on the institution side with which to bargain.—
Seth Emerson,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
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Each set includes a small wide cube, as well as a medium wide, medium slim, and large wide cube to keep your socks and pajamas organized and separated from bulkier items like sweaters.—
Mike Arnot,
AFAR Media,
20 Feb. 2025
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That tool was designed to help people track their coronavirus relief payments and allow taxpayers to provide direct deposit information to receive the Economic Impact Payments more quickly.—
Susan Tompor,
USA TODAY,
24 Feb. 2025
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The flattering, form-fitting jacket is designed with functional, sweat-wicking fabric that’s equal parts stretchy and breathable.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2025
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Pepsi is also reportedly planning to launch its own prebiotic soda this year, according to CNBC.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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However, Boone plans on using the 29-year-old as his everyday center fielder.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
19 Feb. 2025
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The world's tallest and second-fastest roller coaster, Kingda Ka, has reached its final days, as demolition crews prepare to implode the iconic ride that has towered over Six Flags Great Adventure for nearly 20 years.—
Mike Davis,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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Just prepare for some pretty large gaps along the way. February 21, 2025: Over a year after their four-month fling ended, Tom Brady and Irina Shayk are reportedly back on.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
22 Feb. 2025
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Adding to the rich experience is the moody lighting by Scott Zielinski and the layered outdoor sounds crafted by Jonathan Dean.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
17 Feb. 2025
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At the most rarefied level of Swiss watchmaking, however, where gifted individuals work alone or with only an assistant or two to craft timepieces largely by hand, questions about foreign manufacturing may be moot.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
17 Feb. 2025
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View 1 Images Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have devised a biomarker test that can spot small amounts of clumping tau protein in the brain and cerebrospinal fluid, which lead to Alzheimer's disease.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Feb. 2025
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Suspicions rise amidst growing tensions in the city, and Cervantes, driven by an unwavering sense of optimism, devises a daring plan for freedom.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Orchestrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/orchestrate. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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