Meaning of the word orchestrate in English

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orchestrate

US /ˈɔːr.kə.streɪt/
UK /ˈɔːr.kə.streɪt/
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Verb

1.

to arrange or direct the elements of a situation to produce a desired effect, especially surreptitiously

Example:
He orchestrated the entire marketing campaign from behind the scenes.
The protest was carefully orchestrated by the activists.
2.

to compose or arrange (music) for orchestral performance

Example:
He spent years learning how to orchestrate complex symphonies.
The composer decided to orchestrate the piano piece for a full ensemble.
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