1
as in strategies
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
there is a contingency plan in the office for handling almost any emergency
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as in goals
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
our plan is to finish up by next Friday
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as in designs
to work out the details of (something) in advance
we planned the school dance down to the smallest detail
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as in intends
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
I plan to have a party for my birthday, even if I have to throw it myself
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Recent Examples of plans
William Harwood, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
How does the new Coral Gables board game fit into the chamber’s plans?
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
Emotions could impact your plans for fun!
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Just days after floating the idea of using verification to differentiate human and bot accounts, Reddit CEO Steve Huffman on Wednesday announced measures the company will take to execute its plans.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 26 Mar. 2026
At least 1,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division will be sent to the Mideast in the coming days, three people with knowledge of the plans told The Associated Press.
—Arkansas Online, 26 Mar. 2026
At a March meeting of the Kane County Board’s Administration Committee, Charles Lasky, the chief information officer for the county’s Information Technologies Department, discussed the county’s plans in advance of the deadline next month.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
In the meantime, Saudi Arabia is pushing on with its plans to become a become a key hub and player in the world of competitive gaming, having hosted the annual Esports World Cup in 2025 and 2026.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 25 Mar. 2026
Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 3 Apr. 2026
If dinner plans conflict with deadlines, propose takeout and a raincheck tonight.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
Yotta Data Services, which plans to go public by early 2027, also featured on the list.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
Specifically, the water mains to be replaced run under Liberty Street from Hillside Avenue to Catherine Street, under Beckwith Street from Grove Street to Liberty Street, under the whole length of Catherine Street and under Solfisburg Avenue from Beckwith Street to Crane Avenue, plans show.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
The company plans to start shipping the pill on April 6.
—Olivia Rinaldi, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
The museum plans to add monthly sensory hours later.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
Raney plans to return to coaching during the playoffs.
—Greg Riddle, Dallas Morning News, 2 Apr. 2026
But Barzee’s argument during the hearing offered the first clear detailing of how her team plans to combat the separate criminal charges over the $5 million overpayment.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
At the same time, the mission will test flight controllers and procedures needed to safely send astronauts back to the moon for long-duration stays as NASA makes plans for a future moon base.
—William Harwood, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
How does the new Coral Gables board game fit into the chamber’s plans?
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026
Emotions could impact your plans for fun!
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Just days after floating the idea of using verification to differentiate human and bot accounts, Reddit CEO Steve Huffman on Wednesday announced measures the company will take to execute its plans.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 26 Mar. 2026
At least 1,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division will be sent to the Mideast in the coming days, three people with knowledge of the plans told The Associated Press.
—Arkansas Online, 26 Mar. 2026
At a March meeting of the Kane County Board’s Administration Committee, Charles Lasky, the chief information officer for the county’s Information Technologies Department, discussed the county’s plans in advance of the deadline next month.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
In the meantime, Saudi Arabia is pushing on with its plans to become a become a key hub and player in the world of competitive gaming, having hosted the annual Esports World Cup in 2025 and 2026.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
The forthcoming scorecards are just one way the group plans to track the public-lands voting records of Wyoming lawmakers.
—Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 3 Apr. 2026
If dinner plans conflict with deadlines, propose takeout and a raincheck tonight.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
Yotta Data Services, which plans to go public by early 2027, also featured on the list.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
Specifically, the water mains to be replaced run under Liberty Street from Hillside Avenue to Catherine Street, under Beckwith Street from Grove Street to Liberty Street, under the whole length of Catherine Street and under Solfisburg Avenue from Beckwith Street to Crane Avenue, plans show.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
The company plans to start shipping the pill on April 6.
—Olivia Rinaldi, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
The museum plans to add monthly sensory hours later.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Apr. 2026
Raney plans to return to coaching during the playoffs.
—Greg Riddle, Dallas Morning News, 2 Apr. 2026
But Barzee’s argument during the hearing offered the first clear detailing of how her team plans to combat the separate criminal charges over the $5 million overpayment.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plans
Noun
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The summit will explore how the two worlds connect – from adapting digital IP into cinematic projects and scouting emerging talent, to engaging audiences that drive communities to theaters and exploring innovative marketing strategies.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds — from financial professionals to everyday individuals — come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Capricorn December 22 – January 19 By afternoon, your focus sharpens on goals.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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December 22 – January 19 By afternoon, your focus sharpens on goals.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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So, Gomez collaborated with the Hanger Clinic, which designs and custom fits orthotic and prosthetic devices.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
30 Mar. 2026
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McKeen designs with 270 fit models across seven easy sizes, grading each style individually rather than scaling up from a single sample.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Grocery Hub is working on getting SNAP EBT card acceptance back at the location and intends to implement a customer loyalty program, Hussein said.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
31 Mar. 2026
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Five days later, On3 reported that senior forward Javan Buchanan also intends to be in the portal.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Material innovators pitched to impact investors, private sector leaders shared their blueprints for change, and activists mobilized the committed and recently converted alike.—
Bella Webb,
Vogue,
2 Apr. 2026
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These are like blueprints that show how a company's defenses are set up.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The robotic characters break free from their restaurant resting place to cause chaos in town, while the villainous Marionette pops up to possess victims for her own nefarious purposes.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Trump has not only stolen top-secret government files, apparently for business purposes but used his office to harass and investigate his political targets.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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As The Studio prepares its return to Hollywood for Season 2, the cast will be missing one bright star following Catherine O’Hara’s death at age 71.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
4 Apr. 2026
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As the church prepares to celebrate Christ’s resurrection on Easter, its members hope for renewal and liberation of their homeland as the fate of its governance hangs in the balance.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Fraser hopes against hope that this whole debacle will increase their tip, however meagerly.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Plans.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plans. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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