1
as in plans
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
will work out a visitation arrangement in court
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2
as in layouts
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized
an artistic arrangement of the vases on the shelf
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3
as in designs
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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as in sequences
the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another
the ill-advised arrangement of works in the piano recital resulted in pieces of similar mood being played back-to-back
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Recent Examples of arrangements
Though the album’s genres are superficially diverse—you’ll hear flashes of grunge, trap, and, yes, reggae—its arrangements could work fine as royalty-free background music for content creators.
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Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2025
In total, Movistar Plus+ International, the international sales arm of Movistar Plus+, the biggest Spanish pay TV/SVOD operator, has unveiled 35 licensing pacts, some wrapped in co-production arrangements.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 1 Oct. 2025
When her father passed, Helga initially stepped forward to help with arrangements.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
For the past four years Stein and her two children, Cooper and Madeline, now ages 13 and 15, have sold their festive fall arrangements with 100% of the proceeds going to purchase items for the CRC’s annual Holiday Baskets program, which provides food, necessities and gifts to low-income households.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
Her voice—soulful, unshaken, and still capable of wrapping you in both tenderness and fire—wove through classics and new arrangements, honoring her artistry while making space for fresh interpretations.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 29 Sep. 2025
Overnight visitors would be given two days to make other arrangements and leave the park.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Funeral arrangements were not yet available.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 29 Sep. 2025
Another snap shows them fast asleep in bed, and the final image captures a young boy lying in front of the altar, surrounded by floral arrangements.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 28 Sep. 2025
Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 3 Oct. 2025
In total, Movistar Plus+ International, the international sales arm of Movistar Plus+, the biggest Spanish pay TV/SVOD operator, has unveiled 35 licensing pacts, some wrapped in co-production arrangements.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 1 Oct. 2025
When her father passed, Helga initially stepped forward to help with arrangements.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
For the past four years Stein and her two children, Cooper and Madeline, now ages 13 and 15, have sold their festive fall arrangements with 100% of the proceeds going to purchase items for the CRC’s annual Holiday Baskets program, which provides food, necessities and gifts to low-income households.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
Her voice—soulful, unshaken, and still capable of wrapping you in both tenderness and fire—wove through classics and new arrangements, honoring her artistry while making space for fresh interpretations.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 29 Sep. 2025
Overnight visitors would be given two days to make other arrangements and leave the park.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 2025
Funeral arrangements were not yet available.
—Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 29 Sep. 2025
Another snap shows them fast asleep in bed, and the final image captures a young boy lying in front of the altar, surrounded by floral arrangements.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 28 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arrangements
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That led to millions more people getting coverage, some of whom paid little or nothing, and more plans being offered.—
Todd Spangler,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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The apartment's plans have changed over time.—
Bridget Fogarty,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Inside, high ceilings, open-plan layouts, and walls of glass create a bright, airy interior that brings the surrounding landscape into every room.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
6 Oct. 2025
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Already, three in 10 advertisers are using Gen AI creative tools to tick off laborious tasks, like automatically adjusting images, copy and layouts for different ad placements in seconds.—
Derya Matras,
Fortune,
4 Oct. 2025
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Those attributes — earning Piccioli a reputation in fashion as one of its great romantics — were also apparent in his designs for Balenciaga, which incorporated plenty of thoughtful details that referenced the archive.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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The coveted lineup boasts warm wood pieces, modern designs, clean lines, and accessible price points that offer a calming, cohesive aesthetic.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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There’s not a lot of action sequences.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
8 Oct. 2025
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Safdie shoots the table tennis sequences with breathtaking vigor, often capturing Chalamet dominating matches in long, single takes.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Oct. 2025
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Different teams have different strategies to negate.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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When the photographer Mary Ellen Mark arrived in New York City, in 1966, one of her strategies for finding arresting images was to attend parades and other large gatherings, seeking out subjects not in the main flow of the action but on the periphery.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
5 Oct. 2025
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Typically, these formations have porous rock layers overlaid by impermeable rock that blocks upward movement.—
Tejasri Gururaj,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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Karst formations, a porous rock, stick out as jagged protrusions in between lush forest and provide plenty of places for small creatures to hide.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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In the recent past, Louboutin has repeatedly included the world of dance in his presentation formats, spanning from more cabaret-style performances to edgier takes, like the one developed with renowned choreographer Sadeck Berrabah in 2023 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of his iconic red soles.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
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Beyond features, the deal also signals opportunities for cross-platform storytelling that can travel across borders and formats.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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People who rely on programs like SNAP and WIC also rely more heavily on food banks during times when the distributions of benefits are disrupted, delayed or uncertain.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
2 Oct. 2025
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Outdated or missing beneficiary designations are common and can lead to delays, unintended distributions or even disputes among heirs.—
Larry Light,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Arrangements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arrangements. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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