arrange

verb

ə-ˈrānj How to pronounce arrange (audio)
Definition of arrangenext
1
as in to decide
to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of arrange a time for the meeting arrange money matters for your trip

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2
as in to organize
to put into a particular arrangement arrange the flowers so that the taller ones are at the center of the bouquet

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3
as in to negotiate
to bring about through discussion and compromise I'll arrange your free movie pass with the cinema's manager

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4
as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance we need to arrange our European vacation so that we can get the best deals

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How does the verb arrange contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of arrange are marshal, methodize, order, organize, and systematize. While all these words mean "to put persons or things into their proper places in relation to each other," arrange implies a setting in sequence, relationship, or adjustment.

arranged the files numerically

When can marshal be used instead of arrange?

Although the words marshal and arrange have much in common, marshal suggests gathering and arranging in preparation for a particular operation or effective use.

marshaling the facts for argument

When is it sensible to use methodize instead of arrange?

The words methodize and arrange can be used in similar contexts, but methodize suggests imposing an orderly procedure rather than a fixed scheme.

methodizes every aspect of daily living

When is order a more appropriate choice than arrange?

The words order and arrange are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, order suggests a straightening out so as to eliminate confusion.

ordered her business affairs

Where would organize be a reasonable alternative to arrange?

In some situations, the words organize and arrange are roughly equivalent. However, organize implies arranging so that the whole aggregate works as a unit with each element having a proper function.

organized the volunteers into teams

In what contexts can systematize take the place of arrange?

The synonyms systematize and arrange are sometimes interchangeable, but systematize implies arranging according to a predetermined scheme.

systematized billing procedures

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Recent Examples of arrange Costs to move Conny in its entirety were too high and volunteers installed a piece of the massive statue on the Trout Brook Greenway, arranged to suggest that the whale is diving into the ocean. —Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 5 Feb. 2026 Visit More than six months after the kids had moved in, Rochelle was with them at the pediatrician’s office when Sheffield called to arrange his first home visit. —Jayme Fraser, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026 Options were explored, but arranging a move for Geertruida, who played under Slot at Feyenoord, with parent club RB Leipzig and Sunderland proved too complicated. —Andy Jones, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026 The company anticipates funding the Silicon Labs deal with cash on hand, and debt financing yet to be arranged. —Sasha Richie, Dallas Morning News, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for arrange
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arrange
  1. decide
  2. organize
  3. negotiate
  4. plan
  5. choose
  6. classify
  7. conclude
  8. prepare
Verb
  • Monitoring high-level athletes for drug misuse is nothing new, but the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) surprised many people recently by deciding to track the use of GLP-1 drugs, such as the diabetes and obesity treatments Ozempic (semaglutide) and Zepbound (tirzepatide).
    — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Winners of the Lucky for Life top prize of $1,000 a day for life and second prize of $25,000 a year for life can decide to collect the prize for a minimum of 20 years or take a lump sum cash payment.
    — Staff Reports, The Providence Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
Definition of decide
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  • The trade show was organized around thematic areas, including The Core Istanbul hosting a selection of 22 Turkish designer brands, including Özlem Süer, Mehtap Elaidi, Emre Erdemoğlu and Ceren Ocak, among others.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Starting later on Friday, users who opt in can message the AI agent through Baidu’s main search app to complete tasks such as scheduling, organizing files and writing code.
    — Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
Definition of organize
Verb
  • The district decided to purchase fewer buses this year and opted not to give teachers a raise, negotiating a one-time bonus instead.
    — Carley Lanich, IndyStar, 10 Feb. 2026
  • The English language distribution rights are still being negotiated.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of negotiate
Verb
  • The Chinese government reacted by telling Chinese citizens not to travel to Japan, threatening economic retaliation, and pulling the plug on meetings that were long planned, putting a pretty deep freeze on China-Japan relations.
    — Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Piagentini said Republicans plan to obtain and publish Davis’ shock probation decisions online so voters can better understand her rulings.
    — Monroe Trombly, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of plan
Verb
  • In an industry that has historically pushed Latin artists to translate themselves, soften their edges, or neutralize their identity to become global stars, Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio chose the opposite.
    — Rocio Munoz, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026
  • Bedding purists can choose between brilliant white or a no-nonsense grey—either way, expect crisp bedding meant for airy nights.
    — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 7 Feb. 2026
Definition of choose
Verb
  • The case is the first time the Justice Department has attempted to classify critical speech from prominent Trump detractors as a crime.
    — Jeremy Roebuck, Washington Post, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Commercial prediction markets have resisted efforts by states to classify and regulate them as gambling companies, insisting that they — like their precursor in Iowa — should be overseen by federal regulators.
    — Suzy Khimm, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
Definition of classify
Verb
  • India also signed a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with Oman in December and concluded talks for a free trade deal with New Zealand.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Feb. 2026
  • The frozen fortnight in Milan-Cortina began Friday with an eclectic opening ceremony and a few initial events, but the main kickoff is this weekend before the Games conclude on February 22.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2026
Definition of conclude
Verb
  • The Seahawks used a first-round bye to rest, heal and prepare, and then routed the 49ers in a divisional-round game before beating the Rams, 31-27, to advance to the Super Bowl.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Levy Restaurants was reportedly only preparing 200 for Sunday’s game day.
    — Jayna Bardahl, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Definition of prepare

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