master plan

noun

Synonyms of master plannext
: a plan giving overall guidance

Examples of master plan in a Sentence

He has a master plan for becoming a millionaire. my neighbor assured me that the wisdom of his master plan for his yard would be apparent once everything was finished
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The school board continues to reiterate that this is just a proposal, and no final decisions have been made on the facilities master plan. Ross Dimattei, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026 The university plans to use the master plan as an outline for future growth, focusing on academic excellence, sustainability, student life and community connections while preserving OU's historic character and traditions. Cheyenne Derksen, Oklahoman, 11 Mar. 2026 During a recent meeting, commissioners voted 3-2 to deny rezoning and 5-0 to deny a master plan, which would have relied on the rezoning proposal’s approval. Megan Vaz, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026 The hotel's opening is part of the master plan for Takanawa Gateway City, which also includes offices and luxury residences, in addition to dining, cultural, community, and retail spaces, such as Newoman, a shopping mall next door. Lois Alter Mark, Travel + Leisure, 8 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for master plan

Word History

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of master plan was in 1914

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“Master plan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/master%20plan. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

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