arrangement

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as in layout
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized an artistic arrangement of the vases on the shelf

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as in design
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged the close arrangement of the figures in the family portrait is meant to be symbolic of their close emotional attachment

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Recent Examples of arrangement The new arrangement is expected to bring the figure up to 6,500 people doing military service annually by 2033, up from 4,700 last year. James Brooks, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025 The new arrangement limits food distribution to a small number of hubs guarded by armed contractors. Arkansas Online, 2 July 2025 The Bengals and the county will be responsible for the stadium's maintenance and operational expenses under terms that mirror the current arrangement. Erin Glynn, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025 The oldest went with me yesterday to finalize the arrangements. Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for arrangement
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Noun
  • In a city where so many big plans have gone so badly for 30 years, San Diego residents shouldn’t just be wary when another bold proposal comes long — they should be terrified.
    U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2025
  • For diehards, the feeds are where the real game unfolds, showmances bloom, backdoor plans are hatched, and unfiltered chaos reigns 24/7.
    Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
Noun
  • There will be several large, working layouts on display for children.
    Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2025
  • The Commons, a 12-hole design by Jim Craig will be the sixth layout at Sand Valley.
    Jeff Goudy, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
Noun
  • This set of over-ear cans from Puro Sound Labs has a conservative design in black and is big enough for some adults.
    Simon Hill Adrienne So, Wired News, 6 July 2025
  • But archaeologists recovered shattered doll fragments and beautiful China decorated with pink floral designs.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2025
Noun
  • Researchers have genomically analyzed three specimens to date, but in each case, poor DNA preservation resulted in only partial sequences.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 2 July 2025
  • The goal capped a pass sequence that showcased the patient buildup Smith sought versus the Orlando defense.
    Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2025
Noun
  • The platform offers SMBs a wide range of capabilities—from developing strategies in sales, marketing, and finance, to predictive analytics, industry-specific key performance indicators, and real-time economic scenario comparisons.
    Sonia Osorio, Miami Herald, 1 July 2025
  • The company has employed the strategy before, with the apparent goal of integrating its material seamlessly into international supply chains.
    Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 1 July 2025
Noun
  • Directed by Chris Smith, Devo tracks the formation, rise, creative evolution, and cultural impact of the post-punk/New Wave/geek rock greats.
    Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2025
  • Utah claims three top parks, including Bryce Canyon (No. 21) and Arches National Parks (No. 24), with their stunning geological formations.
    Hannah Walhout, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Noun
  • The songs are not so much compositions as elliptical confessions, murmured rather than declared.
    arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 5 July 2025
  • Microbiome composition: Revealing microbial imbalances that may drive disease.
    Ximena Araya-Fischel, Forbes.com, 4 July 2025
Noun
  • Velvet Peanut Butter brand, with its decades-long Detroit history, will be produced in Detroit in 2026 with plans for nationwide distribution.
    Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 11 July 2025
  • However, the significant disparity in prize money between the competitions arises from the distribution of funds based on league placing at the end of the initial phase.
    Leon Imber, New York Times, 11 July 2025

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“Arrangement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arrangement. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.

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