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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 orchestrated
Gary Graff, Billboard, 17 Dec. 2025
Huge progress that’s not happening is already baked into the valuation, making the chances of huge, sustained gains from here remote, though a Musk-orchestrated, ephemeral surge can always happen.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 29 Nov. 2025
But Joseph insists, not only did the idea of that framing device come afterwards, in the edit, but the reason the film feels like a preconceived and pre-orchestrated whole is the magic of the album-like approach.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2025
None of the plans have to be grand, orchestrated celebrations.
—Monica Haider, CNN Money, 20 Nov. 2025
The shoes were featured in the trailer as part of an orchestrated brand placement between 20th Century Studios and the fashion house.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 14 Nov. 2025
Stitt could also give weight to the state's argument that Wood is an unrepentant menace who has spent his time in prison as a gang member who trafficked in drugs and contraband and orchestrated felony assaults.
—Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 12 Nov. 2025
Like so many other bits of Times coverage, the whole of the piece is structured as an orchestrated encounter.
—Literary Hub, 7 Nov. 2025
An investigation later found evidence of orchestrated efforts to discredit the study.
—Bloomberg News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Oct. 2025
Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 2 Jan. 2026
The maison has orchestrated a year-long global celebration of the iconic insignia that includes three special-edition Monogram bag collections, dedicated campaigns, pop-ups, and other surprises.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2025
In between, the Padres gave big money to a young star, orchestrated the best start in franchise history, packed the All-Star Game with more relievers than anybody in MLB history, made the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for just the second time and still wound up searching for yet another manager.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Dec. 2025
Lewis says the tequila heist was orchestrated entirely online.
—Sharyn Alfonsi, CBS News, 29 Dec. 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced earlier in December that the State Department will restrict visas for those who have orchestrated religious violence in the aftermath of harm against Christians in Nigeria, in a new policy under the Immigration and Nationality Act.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 26 Dec. 2025
Of the five, Breton orchestrated the European Union’s Digital Services Act, which aims to make the internet safer by compelling online platforms to confront and disable hate speech and misinformation.
—Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 24 Dec. 2025
That was most evident with the two brothers who orchestrated the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, detonating two pressure-cooker bombs near the finish line that killed three people and injured more than 260 others.
—Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 23 Dec. 2025
The argument goes that, from his seat on the Editorial Guidelines and Standards Committee, Gibb orchestrated the content reviews that helped inform Prescott’s memo.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 11 Nov. 2025
Adjective
All that music needs to be classical, orchestrated and cataloged, curated for the next 100 years.
—Gary Graff, Billboard, 17 Dec. 2025
Huge progress that’s not happening is already baked into the valuation, making the chances of huge, sustained gains from here remote, though a Musk-orchestrated, ephemeral surge can always happen.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 29 Nov. 2025
But Joseph insists, not only did the idea of that framing device come afterwards, in the edit, but the reason the film feels like a preconceived and pre-orchestrated whole is the magic of the album-like approach.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 26 Nov. 2025
None of the plans have to be grand, orchestrated celebrations.
—Monica Haider, CNN Money, 20 Nov. 2025
The shoes were featured in the trailer as part of an orchestrated brand placement between 20th Century Studios and the fashion house.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 14 Nov. 2025
Stitt could also give weight to the state's argument that Wood is an unrepentant menace who has spent his time in prison as a gang member who trafficked in drugs and contraband and orchestrated felony assaults.
—Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 12 Nov. 2025
Like so many other bits of Times coverage, the whole of the piece is structured as an orchestrated encounter.
—Literary Hub, 7 Nov. 2025
An investigation later found evidence of orchestrated efforts to discredit the study.
—Bloomberg News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
Ukraine orchestrated a fake hit on one of Russia's enemies who has fought alongside Ukrainian forces, tricking the Kremlin into paying out a $500,000 bounty Kyiv used to fund its war effort.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 2 Jan. 2026
The maison has orchestrated a year-long global celebration of the iconic insignia that includes three special-edition Monogram bag collections, dedicated campaigns, pop-ups, and other surprises.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2025
In between, the Padres gave big money to a young star, orchestrated the best start in franchise history, packed the All-Star Game with more relievers than anybody in MLB history, made the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for just the second time and still wound up searching for yet another manager.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Dec. 2025
Lewis says the tequila heist was orchestrated entirely online.
—Sharyn Alfonsi, CBS News, 29 Dec. 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced earlier in December that the State Department will restrict visas for those who have orchestrated religious violence in the aftermath of harm against Christians in Nigeria, in a new policy under the Immigration and Nationality Act.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 26 Dec. 2025
Of the five, Breton orchestrated the European Union’s Digital Services Act, which aims to make the internet safer by compelling online platforms to confront and disable hate speech and misinformation.
—Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 24 Dec. 2025
That was most evident with the two brothers who orchestrated the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, detonating two pressure-cooker bombs near the finish line that killed three people and injured more than 260 others.
—Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 23 Dec. 2025
The argument goes that, from his seat on the Editorial Guidelines and Standards Committee, Gibb orchestrated the content reviews that helped inform Prescott’s memo.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for orchestrated
Adjective
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Smith started the series giving a pre-arranged stand-up set about Monty Panesar.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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During arranged meetings, one robber took out a gun and took the shoes at gunpoint, police said.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
11 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Having designed dozens of homes and studied many more, interior designers become accustomed to spotting some of the same home accessories over and over again.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
11 Jan. 2026
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Today’s pairs are built for all conditions, designed to carry you through long days without blisters or fuss, while still looking effortless.—
Erica Paige,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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But the planned Gayanga testing represents a small portion of the approximately 2,500 Detroit home demolitions city records show the company has conducted since 2017.—
Violet Ikonomova,
Freep.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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The rugged northwestern stretch of coastline narrowly avoided rampant development following a planned road connecting Scopello with San Vito Lo Capo with a public petition.—
Rosalyn Wikeley,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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One winner crafted a new law to give rehabilitated prisoners a second chance.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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The backpack itself is crafted from a durable, water-resistant, anti-abrasion material, and includes a wet pocket for separating damp items or dirty laundry.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Robert Stiles, the deputy sector commander of Coast Guard Sector San Juan who coordinated the search and rescue mission, hailed the outcome in a press statement.—
David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Jean Smart, Natasha Lyonne and Wanda Sykes also wore pins to the Globes in an effort coordinated by the ACLU.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The silky fibers are smartly engineered to absorb moisture and promote airflow, helping even the warmest sleepers stay comfortable all night long.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Jan. 2026
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Matthew Stafford engineered the comeback with the winning touchdown pass, playing through a finger injury on his throwing hand.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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It was organized by the New York Immigration Coalition.—
Ali Bauman,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Her brother shaved his head alongside her, while friends organized care packages, drove her to sessions and offered constant encouragement.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Their relationship hasn't been without bumps — the pair briefly split in 2015 — but the couple has managed to weather the ups and downs.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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In the second one, Marv and Harry have managed to escape prison and meet up with Macaulay Culkin's character, Kevin, a second time, when the boy once again finds himself on his own for the most wonderful time of the year.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Orchestrated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/orchestrated. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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