: 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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Look for Credentials That Signal Real Retirement Expertise Designations such as CFP (Certified Financial Planner) or RICP (Retirement Income Certified Professional) indicate formal training in financial and retirement planning.
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Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
The length of the cold stratification process varies by species, so Phillips recommends looking up each plant’s specific chilling requirement and planning accordingly.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
More than 970 suppliers from countries such as China, Bangladesh, and India, who were surveyed repeatedly, cited the importance of reliable forecasts and long-term visibility for capacity planning, efficiency, and innovation.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 26 Feb. 2026
Sophie overhears Anthony confront Benedict in the study, but Benedict puts up a solid argument that his brother, who has just returned from a trip to India with his wife Kate (Simone Ashley) and their son Edmund, hasn’t witnessed his planning and love for Sophie.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 26 Feb. 2026
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Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
The length of the cold stratification process varies by species, so Phillips recommends looking up each plant’s specific chilling requirement and planning accordingly.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026
More than 970 suppliers from countries such as China, Bangladesh, and India, who were surveyed repeatedly, cited the importance of reliable forecasts and long-term visibility for capacity planning, efficiency, and innovation.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 26 Feb. 2026
Sophie overhears Anthony confront Benedict in the study, but Benedict puts up a solid argument that his brother, who has just returned from a trip to India with his wife Kate (Simone Ashley) and their son Edmund, hasn’t witnessed his planning and love for Sophie.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 26 Feb. 2026
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“Planning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/planning. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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