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

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of arrange The California Academy of Sciences and East Bay Regional Parks arranged for the whale to be towed to Angel Island State Park by a private towing service so that a necropsy could be conducted, according to a statement from the Marine Mammal Center and California Academy of Sciences. —Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 21 Apr. 2025 According to Vanity Fair, the twins’ adoption had been arranged before their birth, and their birth mother died less than a week after they were born. —Julie Tremaine, People.com, 20 Apr. 2025 Guests can arrange a shuttle service through the resort. —Jalyn Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2025 Oz: On [Richard’s] birthday, Laura arranged for maybe a dozen Civil War reenactors to come galloping onto the set. —Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2025 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
  • After years of struggling with symptoms and no relief, despite doing everything her medical team recommended, Cecilia decided to find a new care team.
    — Korin Miller, Flow Space, 23 Apr. 2025
  • At the end of a decision, NAD usually decides whether specific advertising claims were supported by facts.
    — Kif Leswing, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
Definition of decide
Verb
  • From organizing food drives to donating recycling proceeds to global projects, EOLO is proof that small acts can scale.
    — Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
  • The camerlengo, a cardinal in the Catholic Church, is in charge of organizing the election in a process known as the conclave, which was recently dramatized in the Oscar-winning film Conclave.
    — Solcyré Burga, Time, 21 Apr. 2025
Definition of organize
Verb
  • His special envoy to Ukraine set a goal of negotiating an agreement even quicker during the first 100 days of Trump's term.
    — Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Still, there’s a fine line between negotiating smartly and offending a seller.
    — Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
Definition of negotiate
Verb
  • Local clubs planned their yearly budgets around when their members could work the concession stands.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2025
  • The new vehicle is also planned for eventual production in China and Europe, Reuters has previously reported.
    — Abhirup Roy, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2025
Definition of plan
Verb
  • There are three temperature settings to choose from, and the cooling option works similarly to an ice roller—offering cooling benefits that soothe swelling, refresh tired eyes, and refine the look of pores.
    — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
  • The America's Next Top Model creator said her name was a joint effort from her family after her mother simplified a moniker that the model’s grandmother had chosen.
    — Angel Saunders, People.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Definition of choose
Verb
  • Of the 23 players in the squad that have made 11 or more league appearances this season, nine (almost 40 per cent) can be classified as long-distance internationals.
    — Andy Naylor, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
  • How Businesses Can Remain Compliant Governance platforms and compliance partners focus on helping any business, from enterprises to startups, to monitor, identify, classify and ensure that AI is built in accordance to the new EU AI Act.
    — Jessica Mendoza, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Definition of classify
Verb
  • The video concludes as the officer handcuffs Battle.
    — Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
  • The events will conclude with the beginning of the Novemdiales, a symbolic and procedural period of nine days of prayer, mourning and remembrance.
    — Gabriele Regalbuto, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Definition of conclude
Verb
  • Remembering how a few crucial opportunities to work on calligraphy and design at a young age prepared him for his career in film, fashion, and painting, Yi Ming hopes to open similar doors for other young artists.
    — Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Before the vessel is scuttled, crews will remove hazardous materials and prepare it for safe reef conversion in accordance with environmental guidelines.
    — Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2025
Definition of prepare

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