as in collective
used or done by a number of people as a group
a victory like that results only from the concerted effort of the entire team
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as in arranged
to bring about through discussion and compromise
warned that the rain forests are in danger of extinction unless the world's industrial powers concert a plan to prevent such an occurrence
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as in collaborated
to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end
the governor is eager to concert with the federal authorities on this matter
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Recent Examples of concerted
Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 25 Mar. 2025
That record has come under threat, due largely to what has been a concerted effort by Trump — who has vowed to not cut Social Security — and Musk, the head of DOGE, the quasi-governmental agency that has run roughshod through government programs, to undermine public confidence in the program.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2025
This latest claim followed a concerted effort to have at least two of the charges against Read tossed under Double Jeopardy protections.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 25 Mar. 2025
But there has been a concerted effort to make sure each quarterback is rotating with as many receivers as possible to build chemistry.
—Kennington Smith Iii, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
How to Lower Your Risk of Heart Problems After Colorectal Cancer Diagnosis
Because this two-year period is critical, Ayaz advises his patients to make a concerted effort to control heart disease risk factors during this time.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 25 Mar. 2025
That record has come under threat, due largely to what has been a concerted effort by Trump — who has vowed to not cut Social Security — and Musk, the head of DOGE, the quasi-governmental agency that has run roughshod through government programs, to undermine public confidence in the program.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2025
This latest claim followed a concerted effort to have at least two of the charges against Read tossed under Double Jeopardy protections.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 25 Mar. 2025
But there has been a concerted effort to make sure each quarterback is rotating with as many receivers as possible to build chemistry.
—Kennington Smith Iii, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concerted
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The Cougars will need every ounce of that collective energy to overcome a Duke squad that has looked unstoppable for vast swaths of the last month.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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The sociologist Émile Durkheim had a wonderful phrase for this: collective effervescence.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
5 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Over three decades ago, the first hiking days were arranged at Blue Hills Reservation in 1992, a state park in Milton, Mass, as part of an initiative promoting healthy lifestyles.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Transfers can be arranged through the resort.—
Megan Murphy,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Dec. 2024
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Aside from the welcome bottle of Champagne, the brands also collaborated on curating a property-wide selection of Krug Champagne across all of the resort's restaurants and bars, including tastings in the property's new wine cellar.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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In 2012, Kim Jones, the former Louis Vuitton men’s designer, collaborated with Kapital for the French label’s Spring/Summer 2013 collection.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Jan. 2025
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This would require new language and agreements from multiple unions, to be negotiated with producers, executives and buyers.—
Diane Farr,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Dec. 2024
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County leaders negotiated and signed a new elections agreement in October.—
Sasha Hupka,
The Arizona Republic,
23 Dec. 2024
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Federal sources further clarified that Paul has not cooperated with authorities or struck any deal against Sean Combs.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
19 Dec. 2024
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During the Cold War, the United States and its allies cooperated on trade and security through mechanisms such as the Coordinating Committee for Multilateral Export Controls.—
Peter E. Harrell,
Foreign Affairs,
19 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Legendary New York filmmaker Spike Lee has said his latest joint, Highest 2 Lowest, will debut Out of Competition at this year’s Cannes Film Festival despite being left off Thierry Frémaux’s list of Official Selection titles this morning.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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In June 2016, the couple issued a joint statement announcing their divorce, citing irreconcilable differences.—
Brendan Le,
People.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The mold company's report also concluded that the Wright's apartment was uninhabitable and that the Wright's belongings needed to be replaced due to extremely high levels of mold, the lawsuit said.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American-Statesman,
27 Dec. 2024
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In previous conflicts with Hamas, many Israeli strikes were approved only after officers concluded that no civilians would be hurt.—
Patrick Kingsley,
New York Times,
26 Dec. 2024
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Shared goals, cultural fit and mutual trust are preconditions for success in creating marketing campaigns that resonate with your audience.—
Michael Kuzminov,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Martin and Fabry connected over a mutual friend in Ibiza two years ago, and instantly bonded.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Concerted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concerted. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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