orchestrate
verb (used with or without object)
to compose or arrange (music) for performance by an orchestra.
had orchestrated
-
past perfectof orchestrate.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
An independent disciplinary commission said that Eckert, the club's 33-year-old German boss, accepted he had orchestrated what it called a "contrived and determined plan from the top down".
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
The minister, Gen. Sadio Camara, had orchestrated Russia’s intervention in the country.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 30, 2026
The search for the attackers soon turned into an investigation of Smollett himself, leading to his arrest on charges he had orchestrated the whole thing.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 1, 2023
The manhunt for the attackers soon turned into an investigation of Smollett himself, leading to his arrest on charges he had orchestrated the attack.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 1, 2023
Kevin stood by and rubbed his hands together in pleasure, as if he had orchestrated the big surprise.
From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
