1
as in to arrange
to put into a particular arrangement
carefully organized the hotel's silverware by pattern
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2
as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance
started organizing the anniversary party months in advance
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as in systematic
following a set method, arrangement, or pattern
our department is more organized and, therefore, more efficient in handling the tasks assigned to it
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1
as in arranged
to put into a particular arrangement
carefully organized the hotel's silverware by pattern
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2
as in planned
to work out the details of (something) in advance
started organizing the anniversary party months in advance
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Recent Examples of organize
Alex Adamopoulos, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
This year, however, more than 1,200 people filled out county surveys, an 85% increase over last year, and more than 300 people attended the multiple budget events organized by county administration.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025
Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2025
Currently, the chamber’s political arm is investing in an independent committee supporting Chula Vista Mayor John McCann, a Republican, in a special election for an open county supervisor seat against Imperial Beach Mayor Paloma Aguirre, a Democrat who is supported by organized labor.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 June 2025
Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 29 Mar. 2025
The event was organized by the junior class of 2026 Patronesses Sally LaRocca, Nikola Kaminsky, and Bella Pfefferman.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Organizations that fund long-term capabilities, organize around value streams and empower cross-functional product teams consistently deliver results faster and with greater impact.
—Alex Adamopoulos, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
This year, however, more than 1,200 people filled out county surveys, an 85% increase over last year, and more than 300 people attended the multiple budget events organized by county administration.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2025
Adjective
Danny Cappello is the owner of Quick Response Garage Service and has spent over 15 years helping homeowners turn their garages into organized, efficient spaces.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2025
Currently, the chamber’s political arm is investing in an independent committee supporting Chula Vista Mayor John McCann, a Republican, in a special election for an open county supervisor seat against Imperial Beach Mayor Paloma Aguirre, a Democrat who is supported by organized labor.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 June 2025
Verb
Or, keep your electronics safe and organized with the Lenovo Laptop Backpack, currently just $17.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 29 Mar. 2025
The event was organized by the junior class of 2026 Patronesses Sally LaRocca, Nikola Kaminsky, and Bella Pfefferman.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for organize
Adjective
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The report also points to systematic human rights abuses, including credible evidence of executions of prisoners of war.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Teams like the expansion Valkyries have proved a star isn’t always a necessity — gains can be made with savvy strategy, decent rotational players and a hefty amount of systematic discipline.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Since 2006, actor Michael C. Hall has embodied the methodical killer, with a code for only murdering bad people on Dexter, and the television universe has continued to shock viewers ever since.—
Jeff Conway,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Prosecutors were methodical presenting their case, tying the evidence together in a roadmap for the jury.—
Kara Scannell,
CNN Money,
4 July 2025
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Most regular smokers begin in their teenage years, with nearly 90% of them picking up the habit before turning 18, according to the Ministry of Health.—
Lisa Klaassen,
CNN Money,
1 July 2025
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The Fever announced Clark’s absence in a status report before the game, which will not count towards the team’s regular season standings.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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“Organize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/organize. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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