as in to manage
to work out the details and guide the doing or making of (something)
She orchestrated a brilliant publicity campaign.
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Recent Examples of orchestrate
Julia's daughter, Moretta Johnson, was arrested for kidnapping and conspiracy to commit kidnapping related to a November 2022 incident, when Bateman orchestrated a kidnapping plot from prison in which eight minors vanished from state custody.
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Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
With Doncic orchestrating most of the Lakers’ offense, James found a different way to thrive.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Ultimately, two hundred and forty-six truck collisions appear to have been orchestrated on that stretch of road.
—David Remnick, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
Several candidates, including Marx, pledged to free the former Mesa County clerk, who was convicted for orchestrating a plot to sneak a third party into a secure area to examine voting equipment after the 2020 election.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2026
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Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
With Doncic orchestrating most of the Lakers’ offense, James found a different way to thrive.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
Ultimately, two hundred and forty-six truck collisions appear to have been orchestrated on that stretch of road.
—David Remnick, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
Several candidates, including Marx, pledged to free the former Mesa County clerk, who was convicted for orchestrating a plot to sneak a third party into a secure area to examine voting equipment after the 2020 election.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 12 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for orchestrate
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The idea is already being used by the California Independent System Operator, which manages the state's power grid, to generate up to several hundred megawatts.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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What sets it apart from its peers isn’t just its global reach in investing, but also BlackRock’s use of technology to analyze and manage risk.—
byDebbie Carlson,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
14 Apr. 2026
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Chenoweth says authoritarians are getting better at controlling information flow, criminalizing protest, hardening security and police forces, and coordinating with other authoritarians.—
Chris John Amorosino,
Hartford Courant,
16 Apr. 2026
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In San Francisco, the city is modernizing its systems to ensure that, in the event of a disaster, nothing hinders the ability to communicate, coordinate, and respond.—
Max Darrow,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Hope United — a joint effort of the Los Angeles Mission and Hope the Mission — is helping organize the event, which will feature music, giveaways and multiple volunteer shifts.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Keep your busy life organized with Cozyla, a smart touchscreen hub designed for the whole family to bring together schedules, routines, chores and meal plans into one easy-to-use display.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Lucky Step Ballet Fashion Sneakers These are a fun, budget-friendly take on the ballet sneaker trend that feels thoughtfully designed.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
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The square neckline is complemented by decorative buttons, the sleeves are designed with smocked accents and ruffles, and the stripes give it a nautical, breezy vibe that’s fit for your next beach trip or cruise.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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The royal family has a slate of events planned for April 21, Queen Elizabeth's centenary.—
Helen Murphy,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Artworks that were planned to go on display at Art Basel Hong Kong ended up stuck at sea for more than a month en route from Abu Dhabi, according to Jerome Sozzi, general manager of Bonds Fine Art Logistics in Hong Kong, after the US sank an Iranian frigate in the waters off Sri Lanka on March 4.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Pack your phone, wallet, keys, and other essentials, like a glasses case and lip gloss, and prepare to head out for a date night or brunch with friends.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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That’s a gentle way of saying that those institutions must be prepared, at times, to coerce.—
Nikhil Krishnan,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Expect more critically dry years Future hydrology is the biggest and most impactful uncertainty federal officials must reckon with while crafting plans for the river, Smith said in the January webinar.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
19 Apr. 2026
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The home plate cutting boards, crafted from maple with walnut accents, add a standout touch to any kitchen or grill setup.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Yes, a new model was devised that showed how a modern economy could sustain a large middle-class society that shared in its general prosperity and great progress.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
14 Apr. 2026
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Deep listening is a practice devised by composer Pauline Oliveros.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Orchestrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/orchestrate. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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