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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
Jason Wojahn, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
It was premeditated, orchestrated and inspired by one of the deadliest anti-Muslim terror attacks in modern history.
—Zainab Chaudry, Baltimore Sun, 22 May 2026
Prosecutors said Chkhikvishvili led the Maniac Murder Cult and orchestrated plots including recruiting someone to pose as Santa Claus and poison minority children.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
There’s a different kind of luxury unfolding along the Palm Beach coastline — one that feels less orchestrated and more instinctive.
—Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
The groundswell appeared to be organic, rather than an orchestrated campaign to pressure lawmakers to act.
—Stephen Groves, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Balancing their orchestrated plans with the spontaneity of a real participant is what gave the series its gleeful tension.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 20 Mar. 2026
The former Los Angeles fire chief has filed a lawsuit against the city, alleging that her ouster was part of an orchestrated effort to smear her conduct and decision-making so Mayor Karen Bass could avoid accountability for the most destructive wildfire in LA history.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
All that music needs to be classical, orchestrated and cataloged, curated for the next 100 years.
—Gary Graff, Billboard, 17 Dec. 2025
Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 May 2026
Shortly after liberals and conservatives announced a reconciliation, the colonel orchestrated a new armed uprising, resuming the war.
—Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026
The movie dramatizes a stranger-than-fiction ordeal orchestrated by Martín de la Torre (Diego Luna), who utilized highly unorthodox methods in order to get Mexico to host the tournament.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 27 May 2026
It was planned to curb typical time-wasting that was orchestrated by goalkeepers and defenders and was painful to watch.
—Cesar R. Torres, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
In 1951, Iran nationalised its oilfields, which was reversed by a US- and British-orchestrated coup.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 23 May 2026
Prosecutors argued that Daniel Sikkema orchestrated the killing from New York amid a bitter divorce and custody dispute involving the couple’s son.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 22 May 2026
Zelensky confidant Tymur Mindich allegedly orchestrated ~$100M in kickbacks from state energy giant Energoatom, with the proceeds laundered in part through luxury villas near Kyiv.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Bock orchestrated the largest pandemic fraud case in the country, according to prosecutors, bilking the government out of tens of millions of dollars meant to feed hungry children.
—Anthony Bettin, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Adjective
Work that previously required multiple teams and systems can begin happening inside a single orchestrated workflow.
—Jason Wojahn, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
It was premeditated, orchestrated and inspired by one of the deadliest anti-Muslim terror attacks in modern history.
—Zainab Chaudry, Baltimore Sun, 22 May 2026
Prosecutors said Chkhikvishvili led the Maniac Murder Cult and orchestrated plots including recruiting someone to pose as Santa Claus and poison minority children.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
There’s a different kind of luxury unfolding along the Palm Beach coastline — one that feels less orchestrated and more instinctive.
—Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
The groundswell appeared to be organic, rather than an orchestrated campaign to pressure lawmakers to act.
—Stephen Groves, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Balancing their orchestrated plans with the spontaneity of a real participant is what gave the series its gleeful tension.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 20 Mar. 2026
The former Los Angeles fire chief has filed a lawsuit against the city, alleging that her ouster was part of an orchestrated effort to smear her conduct and decision-making so Mayor Karen Bass could avoid accountability for the most destructive wildfire in LA history.
—ABC News, 24 Feb. 2026
All that music needs to be classical, orchestrated and cataloged, curated for the next 100 years.
—Gary Graff, Billboard, 17 Dec. 2025
Verb
This team was a laser light show on offense, once again being orchestrated by Pat White, who was the perfect conductor in Rodriguez's spread system.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 May 2026
Shortly after liberals and conservatives announced a reconciliation, the colonel orchestrated a new armed uprising, resuming the war.
—Roberto Andrés, The Dial, 28 May 2026
The movie dramatizes a stranger-than-fiction ordeal orchestrated by Martín de la Torre (Diego Luna), who utilized highly unorthodox methods in order to get Mexico to host the tournament.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 27 May 2026
It was planned to curb typical time-wasting that was orchestrated by goalkeepers and defenders and was painful to watch.
—Cesar R. Torres, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
In 1951, Iran nationalised its oilfields, which was reversed by a US- and British-orchestrated coup.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 23 May 2026
Prosecutors argued that Daniel Sikkema orchestrated the killing from New York amid a bitter divorce and custody dispute involving the couple’s son.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 22 May 2026
Zelensky confidant Tymur Mindich allegedly orchestrated ~$100M in kickbacks from state energy giant Energoatom, with the proceeds laundered in part through luxury villas near Kyiv.
—Ariel Cohen, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Bock orchestrated the largest pandemic fraud case in the country, according to prosecutors, bilking the government out of tens of millions of dollars meant to feed hungry children.
—Anthony Bettin, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for orchestrated
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January 20 – February 18 A practical adjustment could make everything feel more intelligently arranged today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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The defendants then allegedly drove the truck to a pre-arranged drop-off area, loaded the merchandise into getaway vehicles and then drove away.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
Verb
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Larry designed the colorful courts and revamped scoring system that helped popularize the sport.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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The Environmental Protection Agency’s Risk Management Program, or RMP, is the main federal program designed to prevent hazardous chemical incidents and spell out emergency procedures.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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There is also a planned airport at Dhidhdhoo in the far north, which would make some of the country’s most remote atolls easier to reach.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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In his letter, Beyer argued that the planned structure, which will sit adjacent to Arlington Memorial Bridge, risks choking traffic for commuters entering the District from Virginia, particularly during rush hour and major public events.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
27 May 2026
Verb
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The defining elements are elaborate parades, continuous samba dancing and vibrant costumes — every piece crafted by local samba schools that spend the entire year preparing.—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
2 June 2026
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Expect elaborate parades, nonstop samba and vibrant costumes crafted by local samba schools in a massive showcase of Brazilian culture.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Investigators say Rodrigues de Oliveira Silva coordinated the operation while drawing on a long history of thefts involving rare books, manuscripts, and other cultural artifacts.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
1 June 2026
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Each flight is carefully coordinated with music, sets and lighting cues and run by stage managers using computers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Tom Glenn, president of Petroleum Trends International and editor of the lubricants publication JobbersWorld, explained that modern motor oils are highly engineered with demanding performance and efficiency requirements.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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This episode was hosted by Sarah Gonzalez, produced by Sam Yellowhorse Kesler, edited by Jess Jiang, fact checked by Sierra Juarez, and engineered by Robert Rodrguez with help from Kwesi Lee.—
Sarah Gonzalez,
NPR,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Saturday’s protest was organized by groups such as San Jose Against War, the Democratic Socialists of America, Community Service Organization San Jose, and the Community Agency for Resources, Advocacy & Services.—
Molly Gibbs,
Mercury News,
31 May 2026
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Whoever organized this screening was smart enough to keep the aftermath out of the paper.—
Peter Hessler,
New Yorker,
31 May 2026
Verb
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Any improvements to the crappie house and boat slips would have to be managed by Plyler, Spicer said.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 May 2026
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But this divide cannot be managed if it’s not measured.—
Matt Rosenbaum,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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“Orchestrated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/orchestrated. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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