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
Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
The local hospitality workers’ union, Unite Here Local 49, had organized residents of the two apartment complexes that have opened in the Railyards over the past year — The A.J. and The Wong Center.
—Sacbee.com, 14 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
Other producers organized these tastings as well; Napa Valley, if anyone doubted, was a source for world class wines.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
The local hospitality workers’ union, Unite Here Local 49, had organized residents of the two apartment complexes that have opened in the Railyards over the past year — The A.J. and The Wong Center.
—Sacbee.com, 14 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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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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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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Unlike regular conditioners, which often focus solely on moisture, these formulas are designed to boost volume, strengthen strands, and improve the look of thinning hair.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
15 July 2025
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“Organize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/organize. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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