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as in to arrange
to put into a particular arrangement
carefully organized the hotel's silverware by pattern
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2
as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance
started organizing the anniversary party months in advance
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as in systematic
following a set method, arrangement, or pattern
our department is more organized and, therefore, more efficient in handling the tasks assigned to it
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1
as in arranged
to put into a particular arrangement
carefully organized the hotel's silverware by pattern
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2
as in planned
to work out the details of (something) in advance
started organizing the anniversary party months in advance
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Recent Examples of organize
Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 24 Jan. 2025
While a few panda fans have resorted to extreme measures, most others have reasonable requests, said Sarah Cheng, a Chinese volunteer in Singapore with the group Panda Voices, which has organized international campaigns for panda welfare.
—Mara Hvistendahl, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Maria Abi-Habib, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2025
Bronze Metal Accessory Tray Instead of misplacing small items like jewelry, stay organized with a metal accessory tray.
—Ali Faccenda, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Jan. 2025
Richard J. Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Jan. 2025
The event was organized to raise funds for the victims and offer aid to those affected by the storm, showcasing AEW's commitment to giving back during times of need.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
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Verb
Salem city Councilman Kyle Davis, who organized the rallies, previously told Fox News Digital there is a sizable Democratic contingent in Massachusetts that plans to primary Moulton in 2026.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 24 Jan. 2025
While a few panda fans have resorted to extreme measures, most others have reasonable requests, said Sarah Cheng, a Chinese volunteer in Singapore with the group Panda Voices, which has organized international campaigns for panda welfare.
—Mara Hvistendahl, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
The designation is so broad and vague that ranches in Texas or farms in California could be swept up by the penalties if their employees send remittances to family members in Mexico who are involved in organized crime.
—Maria Abi-Habib, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2025
Bronze Metal Accessory Tray Instead of misplacing small items like jewelry, stay organized with a metal accessory tray.
—Ali Faccenda, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Jan. 2025
Verb
After the Mexican American Bar Association of Texas formed in Austin in 1980, 15 Fort Worth Latino attorneys organized a Fort Worth chapter in 1984.
—Richard J. Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Jan. 2025
The event was organized to raise funds for the victims and offer aid to those affected by the storm, showcasing AEW's commitment to giving back during times of need.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for organize
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The specific ways in which a pollster collects and analyzes its data can lead to systematic differences between its polls and other pollsters' polls.—
G. Elliott Morris,
ABC News,
28 Jan. 2025
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Missouri Republicans have renewed efforts to eliminate initiatives designed to address systematic inequalities in the state as President Donald Trump takes aim at similar diversity programs nationally.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
27 Jan. 2025
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And both ended up with Dallas, a franchise known for its patience and methodical approach to roster building.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
3 Feb. 2025
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The stylistic fit doesn’t make a ton of sense, as Griner’s pace is more methodical than what the Dream should be aiming for.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
31 Jan. 2025
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However, the study does add scientific evidence to long-standing social beliefs about regular cannabis use, Boyd said in an email.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN,
28 Jan. 2025
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Now a regular presence at vendor events, art festivals, and community gatherings in Kansas City, Howard has leveraged the Chiefs’ popularity to become a beloved figure among both art enthusiasts and football fans.—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Organize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/organize. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.
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