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as in strategies
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
there is a contingency plan in the office for handling almost any emergency
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as in goals
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
our plan is to finish up by next Friday
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as in designs
to work out the details of (something) in advance
we planned the school dance down to the smallest detail
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as in intends
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
I plan to have a party for my birthday, even if I have to throw it myself
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Recent Examples of plans
Jeff Goudy, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
However, the killing of two people by federal agents in recent weeks has refocused plans.
—Arkansas Online, 29 Jan. 2026
The project marks a decisive shift in how the emirate plans to construct future homes.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
The defense official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive plans, confirmed that members of an Army military police brigade who are stationed at Fort Bragg in North Carolina have been given prepare-to-deploy orders.
—Konstantin Toropin, Twin Cities, 22 Jan. 2026
Bernd Lange, chair of the European Parliament's Committee on International Trade, said Trump's plans to impose tariffs on European nations go against the terms of the trade pact.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 22 Jan. 2026
Kitchen Social has five other locations in Ohio and has plans for a Florida location.
—Michael Guise, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 29 Jan. 2026
This spring, the coffee chain plans to launch a premium, sugar-free version of its chai, Lieberman said during the investor presentation.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2026
The city hasn't nailed down any dates, but plans to hold about five public outreach meetings.
—Kayla Moeller, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
Luke plans to arrive just in time for the Super Bowl, however.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2026
Getty Images for Vox Media OpenAI plans to ship its first hardware device in 2026, a move into physical products following its acquisition of former Apple design chief Jony Ive’s company io.
—Charlie Fink, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
The new entity plans to retrain TikTok’s algorithm on US user data, and Oracle will oversee storage of Americans’ data.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 23 Jan. 2026
Klobuchar plans to make a public announcement in the coming days, according to a person close to the senator who spoke on the condition of anonymity and described the filing as a preliminary step necessary for any candidate considering a run.
—Arkansas Online, 23 Jan. 2026
Following this trend, the University of Vermont plans to launch an undergraduate co-op program in fall 2025.
—Nayeli Jaramillo-Plata, CNN, 26 Jan. 2025
Noun
Mike James, general manager of SentryWorld and vice president of Sentry Insurance, and director of golf Danny Rainbow elaborated on the plans for the renovations — to be led Jay Blasi, who oversaw the massive overhaul of the course in 2013.
—Jeff Goudy, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
However, the killing of two people by federal agents in recent weeks has refocused plans.
—Arkansas Online, 29 Jan. 2026
The project marks a decisive shift in how the emirate plans to construct future homes.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
The defense official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive plans, confirmed that members of an Army military police brigade who are stationed at Fort Bragg in North Carolina have been given prepare-to-deploy orders.
—Konstantin Toropin, Twin Cities, 22 Jan. 2026
Bernd Lange, chair of the European Parliament's Committee on International Trade, said Trump's plans to impose tariffs on European nations go against the terms of the trade pact.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 22 Jan. 2026
Kitchen Social has five other locations in Ohio and has plans for a Florida location.
—Michael Guise, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
According to the earnings report, the company plans to start producing Optimus before the end of 2026.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 29 Jan. 2026
This spring, the coffee chain plans to launch a premium, sugar-free version of its chai, Lieberman said during the investor presentation.
—Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2026
The city hasn't nailed down any dates, but plans to hold about five public outreach meetings.
—Kayla Moeller, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
Luke plans to arrive just in time for the Super Bowl, however.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2026
Getty Images for Vox Media OpenAI plans to ship its first hardware device in 2026, a move into physical products following its acquisition of former Apple design chief Jony Ive’s company io.
—Charlie Fink, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
The new entity plans to retrain TikTok’s algorithm on US user data, and Oracle will oversee storage of Americans’ data.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 23 Jan. 2026
Klobuchar plans to make a public announcement in the coming days, according to a person close to the senator who spoke on the condition of anonymity and described the filing as a preliminary step necessary for any candidate considering a run.
—Arkansas Online, 23 Jan. 2026
Following this trend, the University of Vermont plans to launch an undergraduate co-op program in fall 2025.
—Nayeli Jaramillo-Plata, CNN, 26 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plans
Noun
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Include specific time commitments and batch creation strategies.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Even nationally, some activist groups have pushed back against protest strategies that could lead to clashes.—
Tim Sullivan,
Fortune,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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China continues to expand nuclear energy to meet rising electricity demand and climate goals.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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United are still conceding too many goals — 34 in 23 games — which is more than any club in the top 12.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The ‘emotion’ pillar reflects a fundamental shift in how Harding+ designs and delivers retail.—
Kevin Rozario,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Rottet also designs furniture pieces and presented upscale designs for Italian furniture maker Turri and Belgian firm Atelier Vierkant in 2025 in Milan.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Shi added that the company intends to gather more comprehensive customer feedback to further invest in the new product category.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
27 Jan. 2026
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The region intends to use a variety of strategies to meet the increasing water needs, including connecting to existing supplies and new construction.—
Lana Ferguson,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The latest blueprints depict mega-campuses built in multiple phases over decades, while existing data centers must be retrofitted for modern AI.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
27 Jan. 2026
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The walls of the restaurant will be covered with Crafty’s police mug shots, wanted posters and blueprints for his wacky fryer inventions.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
27 Jan. 2026
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For clarity purposes, the figures below assume that the full line of credit is borrowed immediately and then repaid (and that the interest rate remains constant).—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Trump has tried to extract billions of dollars from universities and has succeeded in squeezing more than $400 million from four of them — Brown, Columbia, Cornell and Northwestern — for purposes of his choosing.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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As the Writers Guild of America West prepares to negotiate a new contract with major studios, its staff union has authorized a strike of its own.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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Spending just a few minutes to relieve tension and restore alignment prepares your body for upright, weight-bearing movement and full motion to tackle daily demands.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Fraser hopes against hope that this whole debacle will increase their tip, however meagerly.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Plans.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plans. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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