arranging (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈreɪndʒɪŋ/

Definition

To put things in a particular order or position; to organize or plan something.

Examples

• He was busy arranging the furniture in the new apartment.

• We are arranging a meeting for next Tuesday.

• The florist is arranging a bouquet of roses and lilies.

How to Use arranging

arrange for (prepositional phrase)

To make preparations for something to happen or be done. — "We will arrange for a taxi to pick you up at the airport."

arrange with (prepositional phrase)

To agree on something with someone. — "I need to arrange with my colleagues about the project deadline."

Synonyms of arranging

Words with a similar meaning to arranging:

• organizing
• planning
• scheduling
• orchestrating

Antonyms of arranging

Words with the opposite meaning to arranging:

• disorganizing
• messing up

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