as in plan
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
an ambitious young man with a remarkably detailed blueprint for becoming a millionaire by the age of 25
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as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance
blueprinted the schedule of events for the festival right down to the last detail
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Recent Examples of blueprint
Terry Collins, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2025
Musk is an adviser to Trump who’s leading the administration’s budget-cutting efforts,
Among the Valadao votes this year were a yes to the House budget blueprint that directs the Education and Workforce Committee to cut $330 billion over the next 10 years.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 18 Apr. 2025
In order to get the house built, Felton Sr., a mechanic, had to trade skills with other Black men in the neighborhood, like the architect who drew his blueprints and the electrician who wired the house.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2025
There were no visible trans role models in my world — no blueprint, no bright example of thriving trans joy.
—Lexi Love, Them., 18 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The massacre, which also wounded 21 people, became a blueprint for dozens of copycats and shattered the notion that kids were safe in school.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2025
Musk is an adviser to Trump who’s leading the administration’s budget-cutting efforts,
Among the Valadao votes this year were a yes to the House budget blueprint that directs the Education and Workforce Committee to cut $330 billion over the next 10 years.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 18 Apr. 2025
In order to get the house built, Felton Sr., a mechanic, had to trade skills with other Black men in the neighborhood, like the architect who drew his blueprints and the electrician who wired the house.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2025
There were no visible trans role models in my world — no blueprint, no bright example of thriving trans joy.
—Lexi Love, Them., 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blueprint
Noun
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The up arrows first turned down in February when Trump and his administration rolled out tariff plans for Mexico and Canada.—
Jim Sergent,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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The aggressive tariff plan fueled fears of inflation and reduced global demand for U.S. Treasuries, as foreign investors anticipated trade disruptions and higher borrowing costs.—
Dan Irvine,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Inouye Solar Telescope is designed to operate for 44 years, which should cover four of the sun's roughly 11-year solar cycles.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Fox News Digital understands that As Ever, which is supposed to be an extension of Meghan’s past lifestyle blog The Tig, will not be designing clothing.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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However, Keena said that strategy may not be as effective this time around.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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And while Orban has boasted that his party has shared his strategies with Trump advisers, Kreko doubts the help was very meaningful.—
Rob Schmitz,
NPR,
20 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Remembering how a few crucial opportunities to work on calligraphy and design at a young age prepared him for his career in film, fashion, and painting, Yi Ming hopes to open similar doors for other young artists.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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Before the vessel is scuttled, crews will remove hazardous materials and prepare it for safe reef conversion in accordance with environmental guidelines.—
Skye Sherman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The pope and Vatican officials have criticised several of the policies of President Donald Trump's administration, including his plans to deport millions of migrants from the U.S. and his widespread cuts to foreign aid and domestic welfare programs.—
Joshua McElwee,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Expanding after-school recreational programs through partnerships with Fort Worth Parks and Recreation and Community Action Partners will further strengthen our neighborhoods.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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Nearly 30 years ago California legislators faced a test of their integrity in voting for an electricity deregulation scheme that ratepayers are still paying for.—
Jamie Court,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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Minnesota Vikings Needs: RB, D-line, CB, S Ole Miss CB Trey Amos: Amos has good instincts around the ball and the press coverage skills needed to fit Brian Flores’ defensive scheme, which places cornerbacks on an island most of the time. 25.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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Many of the parts used in these projects are available to consumers through Ford or third-party vendors.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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As part of that push, the company pledged to slash emissions by up to 40% by 2030 and to ramp up investment in renewables projects.—
Ruxandra Iordache,Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Blueprint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blueprint. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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