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or marshalling
as in mobilization
an act of gathering forces together to renew or attempt an effort
the last-minute marshaling of the reserves failed to repel the onslaught
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or marshalling
1
as in organizing
to assemble and make ready for action
marshaled their forces for battle
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2
as in guiding
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
marshaling a small group of children on a tour of the science museum
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3
as in arranging
to put into a particular arrangement
marshal your arguments before you stand up to speak
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Recent Examples of marshaling
Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 12 Dec. 2025
David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Behind the vail of stability is that blast furnace engine driving the climate and marshaling powers which, when released, dwarf human capacities.
—Adam Frank, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The move is part of a nationwide reorganization of Franciscan churches that leaders of the religious order say will best serve parishioners by marshaling resources and putting their roughly 700 friars where they are needed most.
—Dan Horn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 22 Jan. 2026
Arteta’s side would be facing a team that conceded only 22 goals in the league, with Edwin van der Sar marshalling one of the best back fours in Premier League history.
—Carl Anka, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2026
To realize these objectives, Beijing has spent years—in most cases decades—marshaling an extraordinary level of state and private resources, developing human capital, trying to capture existing institutions, and developing new ones.
—Elizabeth Economy, Foreign Affairs, 9 Dec. 2025
As soon as the devastation became clear, Marley and his siblings began marshaling their collective resources to help Jamaica.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2025
Leo chose his name in reference to the last Pope Leo XIII, who led the church from 1878 to 1903, one of the longest papal reigns, and is known for marshaling the church into the modern world.
—Connor Greene, Time, 15 Oct. 2025
In a sense, OMLET would be like a space-traffic cop, marshaling the orbits of satellites and debris.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Noun
The findings shed new light on the DeSantis administration’s marshaling of state resources to finance his fight against political causes supported by a majority of Florida voters.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 12 Dec. 2025
Verb
Johnson’s executive order to block use of city property for marshaling immigration agents and equipment remains in effect.
—David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Behind the vail of stability is that blast furnace engine driving the climate and marshaling powers which, when released, dwarf human capacities.
—Adam Frank, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The move is part of a nationwide reorganization of Franciscan churches that leaders of the religious order say will best serve parishioners by marshaling resources and putting their roughly 700 friars where they are needed most.
—Dan Horn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 22 Jan. 2026
Arteta’s side would be facing a team that conceded only 22 goals in the league, with Edwin van der Sar marshalling one of the best back fours in Premier League history.
—Carl Anka, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2026
To realize these objectives, Beijing has spent years—in most cases decades—marshaling an extraordinary level of state and private resources, developing human capital, trying to capture existing institutions, and developing new ones.
—Elizabeth Economy, Foreign Affairs, 9 Dec. 2025
As soon as the devastation became clear, Marley and his siblings began marshaling their collective resources to help Jamaica.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2025
Leo chose his name in reference to the last Pope Leo XIII, who led the church from 1878 to 1903, one of the longest papal reigns, and is known for marshaling the church into the modern world.
—Connor Greene, Time, 15 Oct. 2025
In a sense, OMLET would be like a space-traffic cop, marshaling the orbits of satellites and debris.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for marshaling
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The state can build a blueprint that other states can replicate—one that includes policy, legal protections, funding, and public mobilization.—
Matthew Blinstrubas,
Hartford Courant,
7 Feb. 2026
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Celebrating box-office performance as proof of cultural value mistakes mobilization for meaning.—
Debbie Millman,
Time,
4 Feb. 2026
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And now the daughters and granddaughters of the Ladies Aid and League of Catholic Women’s groups are organizing food, shelter, and finances against stone-cold invaders.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Feb. 2026
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The Union of Vietnamese Student Associations of Southern California has been organizing the Tết Festival for more than 40 years.—
Heather McRea,
Oc Register,
5 Feb. 2026
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My guiding principle would be protecting American interests while avoiding unnecessary entanglements—making decisions grounded in facts, realism, and a clear understanding of the regional, economic, and security implications involved.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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My guiding principle is not ideology, but outcomes — what works, what is fair and what measurably improves the quality of life for the people of Mecklenburg County.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Feb. 2026
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Emails show Epstein’s associates arranging meetings between him and Black from 2010 to 2017.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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Recent articles in the news report Canada, Mexico, Central and South America arranging trading with countries who don't treat them as stepchildren.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Feb. 2026
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The chapter helps with rallying volunteers, fundraising and political messaging, among other things, members said.—
Killian Baarlaer,
Louisville Courier Journal,
5 Feb. 2026
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Leaders in Illinois, Massachusetts and Vermont don’t trust their residents to act responsibly enough to fulfill Adams’ rallying cry.—
Brad Weisenstein,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Feb. 2026
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Weekly attendance data is essential for precision, coordination between CPS and communities, and mobilizing additional support from philanthropy, city wards and community safety initiatives.—
Daniel Anello,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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Digital tools are great for fund-raising, scaling up movements quickly, and mobilizing large rallies.—
Ian Crouch,
New Yorker,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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An ever-present at major festivals and markets for close to 50 years, he is best known for his decades steering German production and distribution giant Constantin, producer of the Resident Evil franchise.—
Martin Moszkowicz,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2026
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But video footage released by her attorneys — which showed an officer steering his vehicle into Martinez’s car — led to the case’s dismissal.—
The Hill,
The Hill,
12 Feb. 2026
Verb
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This means OpenAI is essentially classifying the model as capable enough at coding to potentially facilitate significant cyber harm, especially if automated or used at scale.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
10 Feb. 2026
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Young Women’s Leadership Academy has students in grades 6-12 and has an 85% minority population, with 65% of total students classifying as Hispanic and 20% as African-American.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Marshaling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marshaling. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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