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as in plan
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
she always achieves her objective by design rather than by luck
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as in scheme
a secret plan for accomplishing evil or unlawful ends
the thief had devised an elaborate design to get the invaluable artwork
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as in purpose
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
my design in writing to you is to ask for your support
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as in layout
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
the design of the building's lobby encourages the free flow of traffic
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as in to plan
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
early on she had designed to a top position in a major insurance company
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as in to prepare
to work out the details of (something) in advance
the foreman designed a better layout for the factory floor to improve efficiency
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Recent Examples of design
Averi Baudler, People.com, 30 July 2025
Think of this stupendous creation as a Hellcat for buyers with actual taste, those rare few who appreciate design and luxury while simultaneously harboring an insatiable penchant for pure performance.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
Laurie Gwen Shapiro, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 July 2025
These plans are designed for small to mid-sized homes.
—David Brinkerhoff, USA Today, 29 July 2025
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Noun
For those looking for a bit more support, this halter dress’s full-coverage design can easily accommodate a strapless bra.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 30 July 2025
Think of this stupendous creation as a Hellcat for buyers with actual taste, those rare few who appreciate design and luxury while simultaneously harboring an insatiable penchant for pure performance.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
Verb
Unlike its sibling at the Smithsonian, it was never designed for grandeur.
—Laurie Gwen Shapiro, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 July 2025
These plans are designed for small to mid-sized homes.
—David Brinkerhoff, USA Today, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for design
Noun
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The company is seeking site plan and architectural approval from the city’s Planning and Architectural Review Commission, which will discuss the proposal at its Aug. 5 meeting.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To minimize risk of being struck by lightning, when going outside, have a plan to get to a safer place.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The scheme requires drivers to pay a fee—based on the time and duration of their visit and their vehicle type—to enter the lower part of Manhattan, from the southern end of Central Park to the city’s financial district.—
Carlton Reid,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Singer took in more than $25 million from his clients as part of the scheme, paid bribes totaling more than $7 million and used more than $15 million for his own benefit, according to prosecutors.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
24 July 2025
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Losing a sense of purpose after selling a company Kass and Mike aren't the only entrepreneurs to feel a sense of aimlessness after selling their company.—
Natalie Wu,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
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Achieving a small goal (A) can boost your engagement (E) and deepen your sense of purpose (M).—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The Chinese jewelry brand was founded in 2009 and is popular among younger consumers for its distinctive designs, including ancient coin pendants and lotus motifs.—
Victoria Yeo,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
28 July 2025
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The upper half is embellished with 18-karat white gold sculpted into the image of a lotus flower, which is a recurring motif of the Imperiale.—
Nancy Olson,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Inside The Corolla Cross Hybrid mirrors the Corolla sedan inside—basic, functional, and nearly identical in layout, with the same dash, instrument panel, and features.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Aside from a few upfront requests regarding the number of rooms and layout, the couple left the aesthetics up to Baimakhan.—
Rachel Gallaher,
Robb Report,
2 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The initiative was intended to replace Abrams tanks and Bradley Infantry Fighting vehicles with a fleet of manned and unmanned systems.—
Tom Vanden Brook,
USA Today,
2 Aug. 2025
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The majority of the community was forcibly displaced in the 1950s to make way for Dodger Stadium — despite the fact that the land was originally intended to be used for affordable housing.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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The event will help shooters prepare for the statewide Marksmanship Challenge.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 July 2025
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Firefighters, aided by wind, prepare for fire to shift course Firefighters actively engaged in preparation efforts to limit the fire's chance of spreading to the lodge and store, with the fire inching closer to the store on the east side of the closed State Route 67.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
29 July 2025
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Neither the city's Office of Public Health and Safety nor the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department agreed to requests for interviews about the situation on Leonard Street and the city's evolving strategy for managing homeless camps.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
26 July 2025
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From advanced smart textiles to resilient sourcing strategies, the region’s manufacturers are pushing forward—despite an increasingly volatile landscape.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
25 July 2025
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“Design.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/design. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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