marshal together

C1 formal inseparable transitive

In simple words

Carefully collect and organize people, ideas, or things so you can use them effectively.

Literal meaning: To marshal is to arrange in order (from the military sense); 'together' reinforces the act of bringing multiple elements into one organized whole.

Meanings

1 C1 formal

rare

To bring together and organize people, resources, or information in a careful, purposeful way.

"The campaign director worked late to marshal together all the volunteers and supplies before the election day push."

Grammar: inseparable

2 C1 formal

rare

To collect and organize arguments, facts, or ideas to present a coherent case.

"She took a moment to marshal together her thoughts before addressing the committee."

Grammar: inseparable

Usage notes

Formal and often used in professional, military, or academic contexts. 'Marshal' alone carries the sense of organized arrangement; 'together' adds emphasis on the act of gathering. Often collocates with abstract nouns like 'resources', 'evidence', or 'arguments'.

Commonly used with

resources troops arguments evidence forces thoughts

Forms

Base

marshal together

I/you/we/they

3rd person

marshals together

he/she/it

Past simple

marshaled together

yesterday

Past participle

marshaled together

have + pp

-ing form

marshaling together

continuous

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Synonyms

assemble organize mobilize muster pull together coordinate

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