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a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
what's our game plan for touring the city?
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Recent Examples of game plan
The typical game plan for the Bulldogs is to be balanced.
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Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 30 Oct. 2025
Vance Joseph builds his game plan around the reigning defensive player of the year, funneling work his way for quarterbacks who would rather eat tinfoil than throw in Surtain’s direction.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2025
Hynes acknowledged that part of the game plan versus the Sharks was to be on alert whenever Celebrini was on the ice.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 26 Oct. 2025
Dalton wasn’t helped by an unimaginative game plan from the offensive coaches.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 26 Oct. 2025
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Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 30 Oct. 2025
Vance Joseph builds his game plan around the reigning defensive player of the year, funneling work his way for quarterbacks who would rather eat tinfoil than throw in Surtain’s direction.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2025
Hynes acknowledged that part of the game plan versus the Sharks was to be on alert whenever Celebrini was on the ice.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 26 Oct. 2025
Dalton wasn’t helped by an unimaginative game plan from the offensive coaches.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 26 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for game plan
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The plan, passed by the State Assembly (57-20) and State Senate (30-8) along party lines in August, is designed to give Democrats a stronger advantage in several key congressional races.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Currently, plans for new affordable housing are also often subject to long approval processes involving city agencies and the City Council.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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Trump has confirmed what could be one of the largest mobilization strategies for the party-- a 'midterm convention' ahead of the 2026 races.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Nov. 2025
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This past summer, the filmmakers embarked on a cross-country tour, meeting with executives at major theater chains to screen the film and outline their marketing and self-distribution strategy.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
3 Nov. 2025
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Urban development in America has never been just about buildings, budgets, or blueprints.—
Fahad Zuberi,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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In a pointed reference to Cheney’s 2014 remarks on Ukraine, RT highlighted his call to bolster NATO’s presence near Russia’s borders and provide military support to Kyiv—framing it as a blueprint for escalation.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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In addition, millions of low-income Americans are likely to see massive cuts and extensive delays in their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits because of the White House’s refusal to fully fund the program during the shutdown.—
Nathaniel Weixel,
The Hill,
6 Nov. 2025
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Additionally, the department licenses and regulates insurance companies operating in Arkansas, administers the state government's workers' compensation program, provides Medicare counseling to senior citizens, and investigates consumer complaints and insurance fraud.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Nov. 2025
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Cherki is a dying breed of player, particularly now he’s been transferred to a Premier League which has moved away from off-the-cuff dribblers and towards set-play schemes.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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Another worker operates the machine’s main controller, using a programming scheme for 3D printers called G-code to tell the printer what to build and how to build it.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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There are other Washburn regulars here too, like the excellent actors Bruce McKenzie and Jeff Biehl, but despite all their long acquaintance, something about the project never quite comes into focus.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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Conway has six bond and tax items going before voters, all dedicated to municipal projects.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Nov. 2025
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His master plan of selecting Joe Flacco with the 32nd pick was ruined by the Baltimore Ravens, and Miami was forced to settle on Michigan quarterback Chad Henne in the second round.—
Omar Kelly
November 4,
Miami Herald,
4 Nov. 2025
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And, the endeavor is seven years in the making, the district says, with listening sessions about the master plan held as early as 2018.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Nov. 2025
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