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
David Opie, IndieWire, 24 July 2025
The event is being organized through the Beautiful Lives Project, a nonprofit that gives people with disabilities opportunities to participate in activities and events that may not have been available to them previously due to their physical or facility challenges.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 24 July 2025
Kristine Thomason, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2025
Republicans have argued that Democrats are targeting GOP town halls for organized protests as liberal groups have encouraged turnout at the events.
—Lawrence Andrea, jsonline.com, 3 July 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
These 90 million fans and counting organized themselves early on to ensure success for the boys, taking BTS from a 200-person show at Hollywood’s Troubadour to unprecedented global domination.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 24 July 2025
The event is being organized through the Beautiful Lives Project, a nonprofit that gives people with disabilities opportunities to participate in activities and events that may not have been available to them previously due to their physical or facility challenges.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 24 July 2025
Adjective
There’s an art to packing a carry-on bag: everything has to be accessible, organized, and serve a purpose.
—Kristine Thomason, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2025
Republicans have argued that Democrats are targeting GOP town halls for organized protests as liberal groups have encouraged turnout at the events.
—Lawrence Andrea, jsonline.com, 3 July 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 Risks Of Getting A Coffee Enema The systematic review actually found quite the opposite: nine case reports of adverse events occurring from use of coffee enemas.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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In a systematic review of studies, researchers found that active children are more likely to report feelings of well-being.—
Henry Abbott,
The Atlantic,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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The move also solidifies Synopsys’s competitive position against competitors like Cadence and Siemens EDA. Integration Strategy And Customer Engagement Synopsys has outlined a methodical integration roadmap, aiming to preserve customer experience while also delivering better value.—
Marco Chiappetta,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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Despite a well organized, methodical search and the assistance of psychics, Pogue’s body is still hidden.—
Jim Zumbo,
Outdoor Life,
17 July 2025
Adjective
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Try adding kamut berries (grains) to soups, stews, and salads, or using kamut flour in place of regular wheat flour in baked goods.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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Healthy hair requires more than just a regular trim and minimizing heat damage.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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“Organize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/organize. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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