prearranged

We imagine ourselves influencing the story, but mostly we are participating in a prearranged rhythm, following cues we barely notice.

Zambada, however, has vehemently denied that his arrival in the U.S. was prearranged.

In the evening/night, I recommend time-stamping texts to friends and also having a prearranged meeting point, such as a numbered and lettered speaker column at the larger stages.

The staffer, who was not authorized to speak publicly, said it was common practice for Los Angeles politicians to cancel, or prepare to cancel, prearranged events during severe weather events.

But the bidding wars that characterized the pandemic spending frenzy have largely dissipated in favor of prearranged “guarantee” deals that assure paintings will sell for a minimum price.