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variants also marshall

marshal

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noun

variants also marshall

Synonym Chooser

How does the verb marshal contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of marshal are arrange, methodize, order, organize, and systematize. While all these words mean "to put persons or things into their proper places in relation to each other," marshal suggests gathering and arranging in preparation for a particular operation or effective use.

marshaling the facts for argument

When is it sensible to use arrange instead of marshal?

The synonyms arrange and marshal are sometimes interchangeable, but arrange implies a setting in sequence, relationship, or adjustment.

arranged the files numerically

When would methodize be a good substitute for marshal?

Although the words methodize and marshal have much in common, methodize suggests imposing an orderly procedure rather than a fixed scheme.

methodizes every aspect of daily living

When is order a more appropriate choice than marshal?

In some situations, the words order and marshal are roughly equivalent. However, order suggests a straightening out so as to eliminate confusion.

ordered her business affairs

When can organize be used instead of marshal?

While in some cases nearly identical to marshal, organize implies arranging so that the whole aggregate works as a unit with each element having a proper function.

organized the volunteers into teams

When could systematize be used to replace marshal?

The meanings of systematize and marshal largely overlap; however, systematize implies arranging according to a predetermined scheme.

systematized billing procedures

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of marshal
Verb
Against a Liverpool defence marshalled superbly by Van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate, the final ball needed to be perfect. Oliver Kay, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025 Each side involved must marshal the supplies, troops and firepower needed to sustain the fight, thwart advancing armies and, hopefully, prevail. Benjamin Jensen, The Conversation, 7 Mar. 2025
Noun
Only a marshal with a warrant of eviction from a court can do that. Jill Terreri Ramos, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2025 El Dorado County fire marshal Lucas Shepard died while snorkeling in the waters off Kauai, according to news reports. Darrell Smith, Sacramento Bee, 18 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for marshal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for marshal
Verb
  • But Hicks added that some figures are naturally better suited to organizing and calling attention to an issue or election than succeeding as a candidate themselves.
    Jared Gans, The Hill, 14 May 2025
  • The focus is organized in partnership with the Hellenic Film & Audiovisual Centre – Creative Greece.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 14 May 2025
Verb
  • The mother then accompanied medics to the hospital so the infant could be evaluated.
    Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 12 May 2025
  • One vehicle was being driven by a 52-year-old man, who was accompanied by a 49-year-old woman, thought to be his wife.
    Latoya Gayle, People.com, 12 May 2025
Verb
  • Fearing that terrorists or criminals might use such technology to plan attacks, arrange financing or recruit members, the Clinton administration advocated a system called the Clipper Chip, based on a concept of key escrow.
    Richard Forno, The Conversation, 16 May 2025
  • The pair pitched that Death would arrange for the killing of the survivors using familiar objects and scenarios in complex or unexpected ways.
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 16 May 2025
Noun
  • According to the sheriff's office, Myles is back in custody after he was apprehended and returned by the Louisiana State Police.
    Emma Marsden, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 May 2025
  • Before the escape, the sheriff’s office was in the process of transferring dozens to more secure locations, according to the outlet.
    Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 18 May 2025
Verb
  • His secretaries of Defense and Homeland Security reportedly will not, for now, recommend doing so, but the potential impact: mobilizing troops to round up immigrants in American neighborhoods.
    Kica Matos, Time, 2 May 2025
  • With the emergency declaration came a flood of federal resources, as the U.S. military was mobilized to assist Border Patrol agents.
    Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • However, access is a steep and crumbling concrete staircase leading down to the river and boat tours.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 17 May 2025
  • The world’s best reeled off 17 points in a row against Gauff to lead 4-1 in the first set, but the second proved a classic battle of willpower with the American going 5-3 up before her opponent finally broke at the fifth time of asking.
    Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
Verb
  • Junk removal caters to homeowners, businesses, and construction sites needing to dispose of bulky or unwanted items.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes.com, 3 May 2025
  • McClanahan was charged with first- and second-degree murder and attempting to dispose of a body, officials said.
    Paloma Chavez, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The health inspectors found various hazards including contaminated food, unsafe temperatures, cross-contamination, lack of hand washing, broken equipment, and operating without proper oversight.
    Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2025
  • Doing so also entails providing Fannie and lenders with contractor invoices, before/after photos, engineer reports and a letter from a qualified inspector confirming completion.
    Eduardo J. Valdes, Miami Herald, 6 May 2025

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“Marshal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marshal. Accessed 21 May. 2025.

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