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
Devan Patel, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2025
On his three latest albums, including this week’s Devil’s Den, he’s made a concerted effort to include only one social-commentary song per record.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2025
Making a concerted effort to improve the city’s infrastructure, redevelop both the downtown and lakefront areas, Cunningham said the American Place Resort and Casino is an important step for the city more than 20 years in the making.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2025
The Kansas City Royals made a concerted effort to bolster their bullpen with the addition of top closer Carlos Estévez this offseason.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
All this despite the concerted efforts by San Jose to crack down on blight and offer more resources like dumpster days and free junk pickup that includes a long list of garage and household goods like mattresses, furniture and tires.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2025
On his three latest albums, including this week’s Devil’s Den, he’s made a concerted effort to include only one social-commentary song per record.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2025
Making a concerted effort to improve the city’s infrastructure, redevelop both the downtown and lakefront areas, Cunningham said the American Place Resort and Casino is an important step for the city more than 20 years in the making.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2025
The Kansas City Royals made a concerted effort to bolster their bullpen with the addition of top closer Carlos Estévez this offseason.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concerted
Adjective
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With nearly 70,000 collective likes on Instagram and TikTok, the video stands as a reminder that a traditional critic like me can be influenced, too.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Consider how mycorrhizal networks in Malaysian forests manage resource distribution through chemical signaling that optimizes collective rather than individual success.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Waivers or payment plans can sometimes be arranged to avoid a complete cutoff of benefits.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Baker passed a polygraph test arranged by his attorney.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
21 Mar. 2025
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In 2012, Kim Jones, the former Louis Vuitton men’s designer, collaborated with Kapital for the French label’s Spring/Summer 2013 collection.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Jan. 2025
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Aside from the welcome bottle of Champagne, the brands also collaborated on curating a property-wide selection of Krug Champagne across all of the resort's restaurants and bars, including tastings in the property's new wine cellar.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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The North America deal was negotiated between Rachel White, Vertical’s Manager of Acquisitions & Sales, and Daniel Diamond of Diamond Media, which is handling sales.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2025
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The deal was negotiated between Signature Entertainment’s Acquisitions & Development Executive Max Hart and DeskPop Entertainment’s Executive Vice President Mat Levy.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2025
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During the Cold War, the United States and its allies cooperated on trade and security through mechanisms such as the Coordinating Committee for Multilateral Export Controls.—
Peter E. Harrell,
Foreign Affairs,
19 Dec. 2024
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Federal sources further clarified that Paul has not cooperated with authorities or struck any deal against Sean Combs.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
19 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The result is a dazzling display of their joint feat of engineering—delicate towers of varying heights in shades of red, green, and blue, which also happen to resemble colorful versions of monumental Minimalist sculptures, placed on low plinths or on the gallery floor.—
Christy Lange,
Artforum,
1 Sep. 2025
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The board conducted a joint appraisal with Orland Elementary District 135 in early June due to a potential direct sale.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Sep. 2025
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The mold company's report also concluded that the Wright's apartment was uninhabitable and that the Wright's belongings needed to be replaced due to extremely high levels of mold, the lawsuit said.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American-Statesman,
27 Dec. 2024
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In previous conflicts with Hamas, many Israeli strikes were approved only after officers concluded that no civilians would be hurt.—
Patrick Kingsley,
New York Times,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Be open to collaborations and mutual support this month—trading skills, services, or offerings would be a great way to build trust within your community.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Sep. 2025
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We are committed to advancing our relations based on mutual trust, respect, and sensitivity.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Aug. 2025
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“Concerted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concerted. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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