softwares

noun

plural of software
as in programs

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Recent Examples of softwares Do some tax prep softwares give higher refunds than others? — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 13 Jan. 2026 Thomson’s Between Cuts Substack has been publishing an excellent series breaking down the softwares and tools that go into the creative process. — Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 26 Aug. 2025
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  1. programs
  2. applications
  3. packages
Noun
  • Lainez said the city would have had to make cuts to senior programs, public safety services and capital improvement projects.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • Some child daycare programs can be exempt from licensing if parents and guardians are on the same premises and if they are not operated on certain sites, including malls or ski facilities.
    — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 9 July 2026
Definition of programs
Noun
  • Banks discovered that lounge access drove credit card applications.
    — Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • The open-ear design also allows wearers to remain aware of their surroundings, offering potential benefits for both immersive entertainment and real-world safety applications.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 July 2026
Definition of applications
Noun
  • Police saw a glass pipe on the center console of Gillum’s car, along with three packages of what turned out to be methamphetamines, Gulsby said.
    — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 7 July 2026
  • Also, check out the City of Denver Golf’s specials packages, like the Friends & Family, Junior Aces and Practice & Play passes, as well as the Learn & Play programs.
    — Barbara Ellis, Denver Post, 7 July 2026
Definition of packages

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