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
Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
Partially, this was because there had not been a concerted effort to train AI on code.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Some 20 minutes or so passed before the vehicle finally exited the building, thanks to the concerted efforts of the group, whose members suggested where to go next and steered the vehicle by voting their preferences with a click of a mouse.
—Eric D. Lawrence, Freep.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The strides the Panthers’ offensive line took a year ago was part of the reason why the team made such a concerted effort to keep its OL unit intact this offseason.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2025
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There’s also been a concerted effort to screen more young children for autism since early intervention can significantly improve a child’s symptoms and skills long-term.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
Partially, this was because there had not been a concerted effort to train AI on code.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Some 20 minutes or so passed before the vehicle finally exited the building, thanks to the concerted efforts of the group, whose members suggested where to go next and steered the vehicle by voting their preferences with a click of a mouse.
—Eric D. Lawrence, Freep.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The strides the Panthers’ offensive line took a year ago was part of the reason why the team made such a concerted effort to keep its OL unit intact this offseason.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concerted
Adjective
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The proposal of a drone wall, which is particularly supported by Baltic and Eastern European states, is intended as both a deterrence and defensive barrier, as well as a way to pool resources to bolster Europe’s collective defense.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Under the state constitution, the gifting of certain state properties requires approval by a collective decision-making body comprised of the attorney general, the chief financial officer and the commissioner of agriculture as well as the governor.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Two mental health professionals are arranged to testify on the impact of all of these factors, Reynolds said.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
3 Oct. 2025
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The continual delays have led to many embarrassing moments, the most recent coming last Tuesday, when, after Barca officials told the media the Camp Nou was ready, the Barcelona city council arranged a press conference of their own in reply.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The breakout song of the summer was the first time the duo behind AYA collaborated in a professional studio.—
Camilla Wright,
semafor.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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For this, the researchers collaborated with chefs at Alchemist, a two-star Michelin restaurant in Copenhagen.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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According to the rules laid down by Nobel in his 1895 will, the prizes can only honor up to three people per award — a growing challenge given the collaborative nature of much scientific research.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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In this conversation, Purvis and Wade pull back the curtain on their collaborative process.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The deal was negotiated by Emily Hayward Whitlock at The Artists Partnership.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
2 Oct. 2025
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After years of organizing, production workers on commercials have negotiated their first union contract.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Gray cooperated with Nixon to stymie the FBI’s investigation of the 1972 Watergate break-in and the ensuing cover-up.—
Douglas M. Charles,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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The driver involved remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Sesame oil is high in antioxidants that may help decrease the risk of cancer and heart disease, along with reducing joint pain related to arthritis.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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In November, researchers will head to the remote island of Nikumaroro, which is halfway between Australia and Hawaii, according to a joint press release from the two agencies.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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This would not have been a serious consideration midway through Newcastle’s 2-0 win against struggling, flailing Nottingham Forest — the nothingness of half-time was like a blessed relief — but a stodgy, slow-burning afternoon concluded with Howe’s team comfortable and edging towards dominance.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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In September, an independent UN inquiry concluded for the first time that Israel had committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, a finding which the Israeli government has rejected.—
Zeena Saifi,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Concerted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concerted. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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