Thesaurus results for BLUEPRINT

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noun

ˈblü-ˌprint

Definition of blueprint

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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blueprint

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verb

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

Noun

The Roadshow takes its blueprint from Micheaux’s own independent distribution network. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2026 Governor Josh Shapiro said that victories for the Democratic party in Pennsylvania in the midterm elections can provide a blueprint for how the party can win elsewhere. — Mike Darnay, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026

Verb

As presently blueprinted by NASA, the International Space Station will be de-orbited via a series of actions. — Leonard David, Space.com, 23 June 2026 The Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025, which publicly blueprinted the Administration’s all-out aggression, telegraphed some matters. — Dan Greene, New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for blueprint

Recent Examples of Synonyms for blueprint

Noun

Reyes is giving each side a chance to be heard on her plan to name Liu as special master in the case.

— GARY FIELDS, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
Authorities in quake-prone Japan regularly instruct people to stock up on bottled water, food and batteries, have plans ready to hide under tables and keep comfortable walking shoes at hand.

— Yuri Kageyama, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of plan

Verb

Made with a breathable bamboo-viscose surface and waterproof barrier, it's designed to protect against spills without the uncomfortable crinkling of traditional mattress covers.

— Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026
Developed by Maxwell Aircraft, the patent-pending plane is designed to deliver a breakthrough combination of payload, range, and operational flexibility for cargo and passenger transportation.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of design

Noun

Japan has rejigged its incentives scheme for international productions as part of the bold IP360 national strategy to boost its content sector.

— Gavin J Blair, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2026
The openings, on Monday, signal a shift in strategy from social media to physical retail.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of strategy

Verb

The additional accessories and benefits are intended to provide extra value beyond the cleaner itself, particularly for homeowners preparing their pools for the swimming season.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
Lockheed Martin has also invested $120 million of its own funding to prepare the missile for maritime operations.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of prepare

Noun

Schwarzenegger, his former boss, ushered in the state’s landmark cap-and-invest program, which aims to reduce planet-warming emissions.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
The sushi was solid and the cocktail program felt thoughtful and exciting.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of program

Noun

Known as The Max, the facility was at the center of a bribery scheme that led to the conviction of the former mayor of neighboring McCook, whose office was raided the same day as Getty’s.

— Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2026
He also wasn’t criminally charged in connection with the scheme.

— Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of scheme

Noun

City University of New York’s Creating Law Enforcement Accountability and Responsibility project, or CLEAR, published legal guides for BLM advocates on avoiding law enforcement scrutiny in 2020.

— Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 9 Nov. 2026
However, the Edge has served as a producer on a handful of occasions on non-U2 projects, including documentaries and short films.

— Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 8 Nov. 2026

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