linear programming
nounDefinition of linear programming
: a mathematical method of solving practical problems (such as the allocation of resources) by means of linear functions where the variables involved are subject to constraints
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Unshackling scripted shows from the tyranny of linear programming has also given fans more power than network marketers who don't speak the language. — Emma Grey Ellis, WIRED, "What Brought Sense8 Back—and What Killed It in the First Place," 8 June 2018 And Discovery is pursuing linear and non-linear programming and media other than video such as podcast, text, and service layer to expand its reach. — Karen Chu, The Hollywood Reporter, "Discovery to Launch Mobile Subscription Service for Kids in Philippines," 27 Apr. 2018 Access to the streaming service will not require a cable television log-in, and the content will not overlap with the network's linear programming. — Jeremy Barr, The Hollywood Reporter, "Fox News to Launch "Fox Nation" Streaming Service," 20 Feb. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'linear programming.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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