1
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
Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
The bill also includes confidentiality provisions that indicate information on serious reportable events relayed to DIAL by a professional licensing board, as well as any corrective action plans, are to be sealed from public view.
—Clark Kauffman, Iowa Capital Dispatch, 18 Feb. 2026
The administration has faced legal pressure to submit the plans to both panels for review after the initial demolition of the East Wing.
—Benjamin Siegel, ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Last year Haworth Lifestyle revealed reorganization plans, grouping companies under its umbrella into divisions.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
With the four-story, 60,000-square-foot building having city historic designation, developer Ken Breunig – who owns the building – has filed renovation plans with the Milwaukee Historic Preservation Commission.
—Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 18 Feb. 2026
With Pridemore out of the race, no Republican or Democratic candidates have announced their plans to run to represent District 5 so far.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
According to Shenker, Alpha School Scottsdale has plans to open a new school in its second year that will allow for hundreds of students.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
In recent years, states have considered creating public-option plans to make health coverage more affordable and to reduce the number of uninsured people.
—Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez, NPR, 18 Feb. 2026
Susan Montoya Bryan, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The team plans to further refine the material and test its ability to isolate additional rare earth elements.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 20 Feb. 2026
There's also an ancient windmill on-site that the team plans to restore and put to use.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
The company plans to build a 500 megawatt data center in Deuel County, but only if the state puts forth a tax exemption.
—Makenzie Huber, States Newsroom, 19 Feb. 2026
The league plans to play three tournaments in Asia, three in Europe and one in the Americas during its first season.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 19 Feb. 2026
As part of the test, NASA plans to conduct two walkthroughs of the final 10 minutes of the countdown, with a pause at T-minus 1 minute and 30 seconds.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 19 Feb. 2026
Untuckit plans to use the shirt as a year-round staple and swap out colorways.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 19 Feb. 2026
Unlike regular weekly prayer services, the Friday service in December began with a video projected on screens throughout the mosque about a new 20,000-square-foot community center that EPIC plans to build in downtown Plano near the Parker Road DART station.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
The agents asked for daily medical updates, whether patients had the cognitive ability to understand paperwork that was given to them and details about discharge dates and plans.
—Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
The bill also includes confidentiality provisions that indicate information on serious reportable events relayed to DIAL by a professional licensing board, as well as any corrective action plans, are to be sealed from public view.
—Clark Kauffman, Iowa Capital Dispatch, 18 Feb. 2026
The administration has faced legal pressure to submit the plans to both panels for review after the initial demolition of the East Wing.
—Benjamin Siegel, ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
Last year Haworth Lifestyle revealed reorganization plans, grouping companies under its umbrella into divisions.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 18 Feb. 2026
With the four-story, 60,000-square-foot building having city historic designation, developer Ken Breunig – who owns the building – has filed renovation plans with the Milwaukee Historic Preservation Commission.
—Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 18 Feb. 2026
With Pridemore out of the race, no Republican or Democratic candidates have announced their plans to run to represent District 5 so far.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
According to Shenker, Alpha School Scottsdale has plans to open a new school in its second year that will allow for hundreds of students.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 18 Feb. 2026
In recent years, states have considered creating public-option plans to make health coverage more affordable and to reduce the number of uninsured people.
—Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez, NPR, 18 Feb. 2026
Verb
In a social media post on X, Huffines said the property has been renamed San Rafael Ranch after a saint associated with healing and that his family plans to operate a Christian retreat there.
—Susan Montoya Bryan, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
The team plans to further refine the material and test its ability to isolate additional rare earth elements.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 20 Feb. 2026
There's also an ancient windmill on-site that the team plans to restore and put to use.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
The company plans to build a 500 megawatt data center in Deuel County, but only if the state puts forth a tax exemption.
—Makenzie Huber, States Newsroom, 19 Feb. 2026
The league plans to play three tournaments in Asia, three in Europe and one in the Americas during its first season.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 19 Feb. 2026
As part of the test, NASA plans to conduct two walkthroughs of the final 10 minutes of the countdown, with a pause at T-minus 1 minute and 30 seconds.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 19 Feb. 2026
Untuckit plans to use the shirt as a year-round staple and swap out colorways.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 19 Feb. 2026
Unlike regular weekly prayer services, the Friday service in December began with a video projected on screens throughout the mosque about a new 20,000-square-foot community center that EPIC plans to build in downtown Plano near the Parker Road DART station.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plans
Noun
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But cultural practitioners and animal advocates oppose killing chickens, citing their significance to Hawaiian heritage and arguing all other strategies should be exhausted first.—
Jennifer Sinco Kelleher,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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And with the proliferation of small presses and the ascendance of self publishing as viable, if less expeditious or prestigious strategies for writers, even the indifference of mainstream publishers is not always the final word.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Democrats’ Biden-era goals of raising taxes on wealthy Americans and big companies to fund upgrades to health care, education, and clean energy were somewhat stifled by their 50-50 majority.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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Kate Schneider’s hat trick with two goals led a well-balanced effort as Walpole used to down Ursuline 8-4.—
Kristina Banahan,
Boston Herald,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The steady growth and dedication to uplifting strong women ultimately led to the partnership with Sergio Hudson, who consistently designs for empowering, confident women.—
Tara Larson,
Footwear News,
13 Feb. 2026
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Urthpact Innovations, which designs and makes sustainable products like compostable straws and cutlery, will receive $999,692.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Strong, reliable products, a pledge to help the planet, and plenty of variety in color, style, and gear type, this is a brand for anyone who intends to go outside, no matter how intense (or relaxed) your adventures get.—
Jamie Spain,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Feb. 2026
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Vast intends to launch a pathfinder station called Haven-1 to LEO in 2027, then use the experience gained to build and operate the multi-module Haven-2 over the next few years.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
16 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The building no longer exists; however, Fisk had access to the blueprints and Time Life pictures, thanks to Sara Rossein, Safdie’s wife and executive producer.—
Bill Desowitz,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Feb. 2026
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According to blueprints, there will be an office building and a restaurant space with outdoor seating, all separated by a garden area.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Iran has insisted its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
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To remedy this, Wood recommends glass containers for storage purposes.—
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The ban will remain in place while the government prepares to appeal, said Haroon Siddique in The Guardian.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
21 Feb. 2026
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This cleanup not only enhances your lawn's appearance but also prepares it for healthy, robust growth as warmer days approach.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
21 Feb. 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 23 Feb. 2026.
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