as in airplane
a vehicle for traveling through the air that has fixed wings for lift
a plane flew overhead
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as in level
having a surface without bends, breaks, or irregularities
you can do these tracings on any plane surface
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as in to smooth
to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps
planed the wood for the picnic table perfectly smooth so that no one would get splinters
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as in to fly
to move through the air with or as if with outstretched wings
an eagle planed effortlessly overhead, gliding on an air current
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Recent Examples of plane
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
An email indicates that Gates planned to travel on Epstein's private plane in 2013.
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Ava Berger,
NPR,
10 June 2026
However, since the plane of the solar system is flat, all planets appear along the same line in the sky — called the ecliptic, the sun’s path.
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Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2026
Secretary Hegseth's trip to Cuba comes just weeks after the Trump administration indicted 95-year-old Raul Castro for murder in connection with the attack on two Brothers to the Rescue planes that killed four men in 1996.
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Anna McAllister,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Noun
The plane is only slated to be Air Force One, the designation for whatever plane the president flies in, until 2028, when Boeing's two new presidential 747s are expected to be complete.
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Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
An email indicates that Gates planned to travel on Epstein's private plane in 2013.
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Ava Berger,
NPR,
10 June 2026
However, since the plane of the solar system is flat, all planets appear along the same line in the sky — called the ecliptic, the sun’s path.
—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2026
Secretary Hegseth's trip to Cuba comes just weeks after the Trump administration indicted 95-year-old Raul Castro for murder in connection with the attack on two Brothers to the Rescue planes that killed four men in 1996.
—
Anna McAllister,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plane
Noun
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Ships, like airplanes, are designed with fluid dynamics in mind, and biofoul seriously messes that up.
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Scenes involving firearms alarmed distributors still grappling with the aftermath of the Columbine massacre, while the film’s October release via Newmarket was further complicated by a trailer prominently featuring an airplane crash just weeks after the September 11 attacks.
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In addition to the sleeping spaces, the multi-level villas include dining areas, kitchenettes with refrigerators and electric cook tops, fireplaces, walkout decks, and washers and dryers.
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The large multi-level restaurant is a living breathing Boston museum of sorts, adorned with old murals, newspaper clippings, photos and other historic memorabilia (even stadium seats from Fenway Park).
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The formula uses argan oil, amino acids, and keratin-like proteins to smooth split ends, strengthen the cuticle, and boost shine.
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If wrinkles and uneven skin texture are a concern, Korean serums can help smooth your complexion.
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Those who rely on custom mobility devices still have to fly commercial or find another way to get to the games, and risk damage to their wheelchairs in the process.
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Last year, Jackie and Shadow’s eaglets (Sunny and Gizmo) were about a month older during the fireworks show and had already grown enough feathers to fly away from the nest.
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The occasional booing of famous England players has been an integral part of the Wembley experience over the years, almost as commonplace as paper aeroplanes.
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No distractions, no aeroplanes, no noise, no traffic.
Adjective
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If your complexion tends to look flat or tired by midday, this powder can help bring back some radiance.
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This shirt dress can be worn to the office with block heels or styled casually with flat sneakers, and most importantly, it’s made from 100 percent cotton.
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Zillow says that a pale pink bathroom could lose you up to $6,013, while a pale pink kitchen shaves an extra $4,201 off potential buyers' offers.
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The Supreme Court ruled that a Louisiana prisoner whose dreadlocks were forcibly shaved off by prison guards cannot sue them under a federal law designed to protect the religious rights of prisoners.
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The Eastern Conference scout wondered if Björck will be able to stick at center or if his size will force a move to wing at some point, which is another factor that could cause New York to hesitate.
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Her blonde hair was styled in a braid tied with a blue ribbon, while her glam consisted of her go-to red lip and winged eyeliner.
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“Plane.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plane. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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