1
as in schedule
a listing of things to be presented or considered (as at a concert or play)
the program will tell us the scheduled order of musical numbers
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2
as in plan
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
we need to come up with a program to deal with kids skipping school
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also programme
as in to scheme
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Recent Examples of program
Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2025
Reflective writing, another recent trend, is practically ubiquitous in medical schools and residency programs, and there is some evidence that writing may make doctors more empathetic and observant.
—Danielle Ofri, New Yorker, 7 June 2025
Jem Aswad, Variety, 28 May 2025
The state’s offer to negotiate use of a supercharged version of its Sales Tax and Revenue, or STAR, bonds program to pay for stadiums expires on June 30.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2025
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Noun
Contact organizations that pick and donate fruit to food banks and other feeding programs.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2025
Reflective writing, another recent trend, is practically ubiquitous in medical schools and residency programs, and there is some evidence that writing may make doctors more empathetic and observant.
—Danielle Ofri, New Yorker, 7 June 2025
Verb
The gala will also highlight BMAC’s efforts to create access, equity and opportunity in music through BMAC Music Industry Pipeline Programs, BMAC Music Maker Grants and a roster of BMAC programming with a focus on social change.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 28 May 2025
The state’s offer to negotiate use of a supercharged version of its Sales Tax and Revenue, or STAR, bonds program to pay for stadiums expires on June 30.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for program
Noun
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General Guidelines For Mowing Frequency The most successful maintenance schedules use the rule of one-third to time lawn mowing.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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The study's authors and outside experts point to the job-demand-control model—a theory that suggests autonomy (control over tasks and schedules) buffers against job stress and its physiological effects.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
Noun
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The Democratic governor said that a plan to regulate cannabis in the state is needed to protect children, who can often obtain intoxicating hemp products without restrictions.—
A.J. Herrington,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Some health insurance plans will cover naloxone, and some state and local health departments may give out this medication free of charge.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
Noun
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Cosmetic surgery figures into the film’s tart exchanges, and into its plot as well (there’s an extreme procedure, which costs several hundred grand, that’s there to give the audience major pause).—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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Part of the reason for the increase is a change in procedure.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025
Verb
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There’s going to be a queen in there trying to get the show director job, who will lie and scheme.—
Joey Nolfi Updated,
EW.com,
7 June 2025
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Of course, [opponents] are going to do their best to scheme it up.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
29 May 2025
Noun
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The bill is the centerpiece of Trump’s domestic agenda.—
Brian Bennett,
Time,
11 June 2025
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The city posted an image with the date and time of the meeting and link to the meeting agenda on its Facebook page 10 hours before the meeting on June 2.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
11 June 2025
Noun
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These changes were more than just rebrands: each new name came along with a fundamentally different business strategy.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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But, at this point, Edelman believes that advisers who value diversification as a strategy in their clients’ portfolio — eg, across asset classes, sectors, etc. — would be remiss not to recommend adding at least a small amount of digital asset exposure.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
7 June 2025
Noun
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First of all, for a period of time, starvation was the practical policy of the Israeli government.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
6 June 2025
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With his high profile, confrontational statements and postings on social media, Musk has become a lightning rod for people across America and around the world opposed to the policies of US President Donald Trump’s administration.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
Verb
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The capsule will be exhibited in a space designed by designer Linda Bergroth, will take place at 3DaysofDesign in Copenhagen on June 17 to June 21 at the Marimekko store on Pilestraede 29.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
10 June 2025
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Production designing the ornate bathroom was an adventure.—
Bill Desowitz,
IndieWire,
10 June 2025
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“Program.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/program. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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