: the act or process of making or carrying out plans
specifically
: the establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit
city planning
business planning
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Careful planning made the party a success.
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Olivia Evans, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
Read more Vogue Weddings An all-access invitation to the exceptional and inspirational, plus planning tips and advice.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 29 Apr. 2025
The Power Of Section 1202 Tax optimization is another critical aspect of transition planning.
—Andrew Sukhin, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Without careful planning, the gorilla could very well win or cause immense devastation before being overcome.
—Mohammed Soliman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Apr. 2025
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“Planning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/planning. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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