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also marshalls
1
as in rallies
to assemble and make ready for action
marshaled their forces for battle
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2
as in ushers
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 organizes
to put into a particular arrangement
marshal your arguments before you stand up to speak
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Recent Examples of marshals
Big Think, 23 Oct. 2025
But the document marshals this evidence to support the claim that mRNA vaccines, which are designed to produce spike proteins, cause the same harm – which is not accurate.
—Deborah Fuller, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
But the document marshals this evidence to support the claim that mRNA vaccines, which are designed to produce spike proteins, cause the same harm – which is not accurate.
—Deborah Fuller, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
The Executive Control Network (ECN) is the pragmatic adult in the room, the Editor that marshals frontoparietal systems in pursuit of internal goals and strategic planning.
—Big Think, 23 Oct. 2025
But the document marshals this evidence to support the claim that mRNA vaccines, which are designed to produce spike proteins, cause the same harm – which is not accurate.
—Deborah Fuller, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
But the document marshals this evidence to support the claim that mRNA vaccines, which are designed to produce spike proteins, cause the same harm – which is not accurate.
—Deborah Fuller, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for marshals
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Together, the building rallies for a joyful Christmas Eve—showing that holiday spirit, new memories, and maybe even new love are made by those bold enough to keep traditions alive.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Oct. 2025
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Boston is no stranger to No Kings rallies.—
Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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The wife ushers the two frightened boys behind her, and watches on helplessly as her husband screams in agony and terror, thrashing his arms and legs.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Oct. 2025
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The police sergeant quickly turns his gun on the assailant and ushers the victim over to his side — only to discover that the duo are in on it together.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
25 Sep. 2025
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Those sheriffs were featured in a recent Courier Journal investigation that found that one in six Kentucky counties has had a sheriff criminally charged or convicted since 2010.—
Josh Wood,
Louisville Courier Journal,
26 Sep. 2025
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Our ReturnsDirect solution routes items directly from the customer to nonprofit, skipping the warehouse and eliminating the costs associated with that end of the supply chain.—
Andre Claudio,
Sourcing Journal,
27 Oct. 2025
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The web page now routes users to the university’s Center for Connection Culture.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Sep. 2025
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Financial compatibility is a necessity, but a partner who arranges things and therefore shows effort is vital.—
Essence,
Essence,
8 Oct. 2025
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An employee arranges a salad dressing display at an Amazon Fresh grocery store on December 12, 2024 in Federal Way, Washington.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
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West Memphis police took over the pursuit with assistance from state troopers, the release says.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Oct. 2025
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More charges are possible, troopers said.—
Mike Stunson,
Kansas City Star,
22 Oct. 2025
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Through partnerships at every level of society, United Way Worldwide mobilizes millions of volunteers, donors, and advocates to drive measurable, lasting impact - creating stronger, more equitable communities around the world.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
8 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, the executive order on crime mobilizes federal, state and local agencies to use predictive analytics and AI to identify potential threats and maintain public order.—
Kate Caldwell,
Mercury News,
30 Sep. 2025
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In making the announcement, Lego brought out Ke Huy Quan, the Oscar winner who famously played Data, for a nostalgic mini-film, in which the actor guides viewers through the set and its Easter eggs.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Oct. 2025
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Through heartfelt storytelling and vibrant illustrations, the book guides children (and the adults reading with them) toward a deeper understanding of self-expression, balance, personal joy, and the importance of one’s feelings.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Marshals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marshals. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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