as in plans
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
an ambitious project to develop the city's waterfront
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as in protrudes
to extend outward beyond a usual point
some boulders projected dangerously out above the trail
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as in designs
to work out the details of (something) in advance
we must project next year's budget now
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Recent Examples of projects
Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
But that money hasn’t actually been paid out yet because the Port KC projects haven’t been completed, according to the city.
—Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Proceeds go to the club’s scholarship fund and community projects.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
New Delhi — One of India’s most ambitious aviation projects, touted to be among the largest in South Asia, has been inaugurated more than four years after Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially kicked off the project.
—Aishwarya S Iyer, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
Cheshire and Simsbury at various times have stopped work on Vessel projects in their towns, and the state Department of Administrative Services last year gave Vessel a lot of concerns about the company’s nearly complete Rocky Hill apartments.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 30 Mar. 2026
Even projects backed by industrial heavyweights have not been immune.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Certain projects will have waivers and still be worked on.
—Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
Kip Dernovich Dernovich has served as the director of public works and capital projects for the city of Richland Hills since 2023, according to his public LinkedIn.
—Tanya Babbar, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2026
Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 31 Mar. 2026
The European Investment Bank, which finances projects that advance the EU’s policy goals, has already led a $172 million loan, part of the broader $575 million financing package for Keliber, the first time the EIB has backed the mining of critical raw material in the EU.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 30 Mar. 2026
In his newest 2026 mock draft released Monday, Miller projects that Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, a 2025 Heisman finalist and one of college football’s most electric playmakers, will go undrafted.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
The city’s own timeline projects those agreements won’t be finalized until mid-2026, with no construction start date set.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
The Congressional Budget Office projects that over the next decade, SNAP expenditures will fall by about $187 billion; during that time, the program is projected to lose about 4 million clients.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2026
Gumbs projects slightly better than Sapp, largely due to his lean 6-foot-4 frame that fits the mold of mutant edge rushers the NFL is currently searching for.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Texas' power grid manager Electric Reliability Council of Texas projects a 71% surge in energy demand by 2031 because of data center growth.
—Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026
Champion Women projects the university needs to spend at least $23 million in athletic student aid for women to meet equality.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
Todd Lewandowski, a senior product manager, warned in the article that candidates should be cautious about the scope of these requests, arguing that extensive projects risk benefiting companies without compensation.
—Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
But that money hasn’t actually been paid out yet because the Port KC projects haven’t been completed, according to the city.
—Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Proceeds go to the club’s scholarship fund and community projects.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
New Delhi — One of India’s most ambitious aviation projects, touted to be among the largest in South Asia, has been inaugurated more than four years after Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially kicked off the project.
—Aishwarya S Iyer, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
Cheshire and Simsbury at various times have stopped work on Vessel projects in their towns, and the state Department of Administrative Services last year gave Vessel a lot of concerns about the company’s nearly complete Rocky Hill apartments.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 30 Mar. 2026
Even projects backed by industrial heavyweights have not been immune.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Certain projects will have waivers and still be worked on.
—Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
Kip Dernovich Dernovich has served as the director of public works and capital projects for the city of Richland Hills since 2023, according to his public LinkedIn.
—Tanya Babbar, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
As the baby boomers age and birth rates lag, the IBRC projects that Indiana's growth rate will fall dramatically over the next four decades.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 31 Mar. 2026
The European Investment Bank, which finances projects that advance the EU’s policy goals, has already led a $172 million loan, part of the broader $575 million financing package for Keliber, the first time the EIB has backed the mining of critical raw material in the EU.
—Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 30 Mar. 2026
In his newest 2026 mock draft released Monday, Miller projects that Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, a 2025 Heisman finalist and one of college football’s most electric playmakers, will go undrafted.
—Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
The city’s own timeline projects those agreements won’t be finalized until mid-2026, with no construction start date set.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
The Congressional Budget Office projects that over the next decade, SNAP expenditures will fall by about $187 billion; during that time, the program is projected to lose about 4 million clients.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2026
Gumbs projects slightly better than Sapp, largely due to his lean 6-foot-4 frame that fits the mold of mutant edge rushers the NFL is currently searching for.
—Noah White, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Texas' power grid manager Electric Reliability Council of Texas projects a 71% surge in energy demand by 2031 because of data center growth.
—Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026
Champion Women projects the university needs to spend at least $23 million in athletic student aid for women to meet equality.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for projects
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At the same time, the mission will test flight controllers and procedures needed to safely send astronauts back to the moon for long-duration stays as NASA makes plans for a future moon base.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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How does the new Coral Gables board game fit into the chamber’s plans?—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The lone camera is a single round lens that protrudes from the upper-left corner of the rear panel.—
Eric Zeman,
PC Magazine,
9 Mar. 2026
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The other two types are subserosal (which protrudes on the outside of the uterus) and intramural (which grow within the muscle layer).—
Beth Krietsch,
SELF,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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So, Gomez collaborated with the Hanger Clinic, which designs and custom fits orthotic and prosthetic devices.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
30 Mar. 2026
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McKeen designs with 270 fit models across seven easy sizes, grading each style individually rather than scaling up from a single sample.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
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The summit will explore how the two worlds connect – from adapting digital IP into cinematic projects and scouting emerging talent, to engaging audiences that drive communities to theaters and exploring innovative marketing strategies.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds — from financial professionals to everyday individuals — come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In April, ruby-red paintbrush pokes out of the ground, and in late summer, vibrant yellow rabbitbrush flowers join the mix.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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The nurturing Moon pokes Mars today, drawing attention to your 2nd House of Objects and your 11th House of Groups.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Alexandre Dumas’s novel of identity and revenge gets a big-budget remake with Sam Claflin starring as Edmond Dantès, a sailor wrongly imprisoned in an island fortress who, after his escape and subsequent treasure finding, plots his vengeance.—
Savannah Salazar,
Vulture,
20 Mar. 2026
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As Helen plots revenge and Madeline clings to her rapidly fading star, their world is suddenly turned upside down by Viola Van Horn, a mysterious woman with a secret that's to die for.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The call for ideas isn’t a professional design competition, or a solicitation of architectural blueprints, Laymon said.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
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That’s why the city released an eight-page pre-construction checklist along with the blueprints.—
Mark Dee
March 27,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Minnesota stands out because its current rules can limit how facilities organize and serve alcohol in a communal setting.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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What stands out most to him is how quickly the remaining snow is disappearing.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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