1
as in assemblies
a body of people come together in one place
a muster of concerned citizens
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2
as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
considering the muster of suggestions that were submitted for "word of the year"
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1
as in organizes
to assemble and make ready for action
a command to muster the troops
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as in summons
to bring together in assembly by or as if by command
all the supporters that I could muster for the fund-raising campaign
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3
as in contains
to be made up of
the corps of regular wine drinkers musters only about 10% of the population
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Recent Examples of musters
Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Oct. 2025
Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2026
The king’s brother has other plans, leading to a dark time in the Pride Lands until Simba musters the courage to reclaim his rightful throne.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Elizabeth thinks for a while, and musters a small smile.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
For comparison, the current Porsche 911 GT3 RS, with its Boeing-spec rear wing, musters a maximum of 1,896 pounds of downforce.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2025
Noun
In a struggle that eventually leads to Jayson holding Maeve hostage outside, Grasso musters strength and shoots Jayson in the head, in a small act of vengeance for Lizzie.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
There’s maintenance and repair work to be done on his boat — named Waymaker, to honor the Lord — before Blanchard musters his two-man crew and sets out from Bayou Little Caillou.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2026
The king’s brother has other plans, leading to a dark time in the Pride Lands until Simba musters the courage to reclaim his rightful throne.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Elizabeth thinks for a while, and musters a small smile.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
For comparison, the current Porsche 911 GT3 RS, with its Boeing-spec rear wing, musters a maximum of 1,896 pounds of downforce.
—Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for musters
Noun
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The Space Launch System rocket's mobile launch platform is equipped with two tail service masts, large side-by-side structures at the base of rocket that house propellant lines leading to pull-away umbilical assemblies on a side of the booster's engine compartment.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
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The decree banned all political activities and public assemblies, with martial law troops moving to seize control of the National Assembly.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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These are clusters of four to five fresh, naked ginger pieces, so they don’t get dried out, and are usually exactly how much a recipe calls for, between 1 and 2 tablespoons.—
Alex Beggs,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Feb. 2026
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Its medium-large, 26- to 40-petal-count, salmon-pink blooms with a pink reverse are held in large clusters.—
Rita Perwich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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Alex arrives to find Lucy literally quaking in fear, especially when Stephen summons the two of them to come meet his latest prey, whose name is Tegan.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
3 Feb. 2026
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While trying to make music after her mother’s death, Julie (Madison Reyes) summons the spirits of a band that died in 1995 and ends up behind their new lead singer.—
Will Harris,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Jan. 2026
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China has laid out an ambitious lunar plan to land astronauts on the moon before 2030, targeting the south pole, which contains water ice and other resources critical for long-term lunar exploration and settlement.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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This all-important ingredient contains nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium (NPK), and promotes healthy, strong growth.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
8 Feb. 2026
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The VdR–Industry program, which runs from April 19 to 22, includes project presentations, conferences and networking opportunities.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2026
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The hotel and water park regularly serve as a venue for meetings, conferences and events, including the 2017 Wisconsin Republican Party convention and last year's state Democratic Party convention.—
Kayla Huynh,
jsonline.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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These are not fringe ideas; they are proven tools for reducing construction costs and enabling housing on smaller lots.—
Waleed Albakry,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2026
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The couple did stay for a time at one of the city’s safe lots, Parish added.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The protest was organized in collaboration with May Day Strong, a coalition of activists that generally mobilizes for workers’ rights.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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The global Giving Tuesday movement mobilizes millions of people and sparks a major surge in donations and volunteering, with many nonprofits boosted by matching campaigns from companies, foundations and individual donors that help multiply gifts further.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Dec. 2025
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Continue reading … JUDGE ON TRIAL — Supreme Court justice defends Grammys attendance as senator calls for investigation.—
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FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Phone calls from customers to the company’s Miramar headquarters went unanswered and about 35 of its distinctive bright yellow trucks sat unattended in the front and back parking lots.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Musters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/musters. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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