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orchestrate

OR-keh-strayt

ˈɔːrkɪstreɪt

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orchestrate

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to plan, coordinate, and direct the various elements of a complex operation or event so that they work together smoothly and effectively toward a desired outcome; from the literal sense of arranging and directing the sections of an orchestra to produce a unified musical performance, the verb extends to the coordination of people, organisations, events, or communication strategies; orchestrating an outcome implies careful advance planning, an understanding of how different elements interact, and the authority or influence to direct each component toward its proper role; the word carries connotations of both artistry and control, implying that the orchestrator has both a vision of the whole and the practical skill to realise it

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