as in collective
used or done by a number of people as a group
a victory like that results only from the concerted effort of the entire team
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as in arranged
to bring about through discussion and compromise
warned that the rain forests are in danger of extinction unless the world's industrial powers concert a plan to prevent such an occurrence
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as in collaborated
to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end
the governor is eager to concert with the federal authorities on this matter
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Recent Examples of concerted
Alan Crawford, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026
Gassman doesn't believe there is a single solution, but instead is advocating for a concerted effort from both the public and private sectors.
—Ashley Grams, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Wisconsin officials have made a concerted effort in recent years to cut down on reckless driving and conditions that make the state's roads unsafe.
—Jr Radcliffe, jsonline.com, 13 Apr. 2026
Dorsey credited the growth to a concerted effort by city leaders to develop and promote the city’s culture, recreational activities and art scene, including an initiative to paint 100 murals across the city.
—ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
As the largest Arctic power, Russia is making a concerted play to capitalize as the region warms three to four times faster than the rest of the planet.
—Alan Crawford, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026
Gassman doesn't believe there is a single solution, but instead is advocating for a concerted effort from both the public and private sectors.
—Ashley Grams, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Wisconsin officials have made a concerted effort in recent years to cut down on reckless driving and conditions that make the state's roads unsafe.
—Jr Radcliffe, jsonline.com, 13 Apr. 2026
Dorsey credited the growth to a concerted effort by city leaders to develop and promote the city’s culture, recreational activities and art scene, including an initiative to paint 100 murals across the city.
—ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concerted
Adjective
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With its handmade stop-motion art style and heartfelt storytelling, the game honors cultural memory and centers a Black woman’s healing journey with exceptional craft in this meaningful exploration of personal and collective weight.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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The series emphasizes hope and the power of collective action, providing a nuanced look at both the rebels and the individuals within the Empire, ultimately highlighting the enduring relevance of its themes of oppression and resistance in today’s world.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In this material, those moments are arranged in opposing directions.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Apr. 2026
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In the example model shown, this is arranged as a multifunctional room that includes a small desk/dining table and some seating.—
Adam Williams
April 25,
New Atlas,
25 Apr. 2026
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Grennell also collaborated extensively with the late Heath Ledger across multiple projects, including The Dark Knight and Brokeback Mountain.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2026
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Astrophysicist at California Institute of Technology, collaborated with NASA.—
Bay Area News Group,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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The days of the secluded mathematician chalking up a blackboard have largely given way to a collaborative spirit as math has become increasingly technical.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026
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This manufacturing stage follows the completion of a collaborative project under the Canadian Nuclear Research Initiative which validated the computer codes and analysis methods used for design and safety analysis.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The one modern exception came during the 50-50 Senate of 2021-2022, and only because both parties had negotiated a power-sharing agreement that altered the rules by mutual consent.—
Phil Mattingly,
CNN Money,
22 Apr. 2026
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Last month, Foster negotiated a new three-year, $33 million extension for the Green Bay Packers’ Sean Rhyan, a Southern California native and UCLA product.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Police said the motorist stopped at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation, police said.—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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As multiple world powers invest heavily in Ukrainian expertise and joint production with the Ukrainian government and private companies, only the Pentagon is holding back.—
Trudy Rubin,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Related Stories His appointment was announced on Friday in a joint statement by the presidents of Italy’s motion picture association ANICA and Italian TV producers’ association APA, Alessandro Usai and Chiara Sbarigia.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
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Three Georgia State Patrol troopers and their supervisor were fired from the department after an investigation revealed a scheme where officers used insurance claims to profit off of vehicle chases, an internal report concluded.—
Asia Simone Burns,
AJC.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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The Battle of the Billionaires concluded at that year’s WrestleMania and got great ratings.—
Zach Helfand,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Concerted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concerted. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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