1
as in schedule
a listing of things to be presented or considered (as at a concert or play)
the program will tell us the scheduled order of musical numbers
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Relevance
2
as in plan
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
we need to come up with a program to deal with kids skipping school
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variants
also programme
as in to scheme
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Recent Examples of program
John Hudson, Arkansas Online, 24 Feb. 2026
Moving forward Through it all, Birdville basketball has become one of the premier programs in the Fort Worth area.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Feb. 2026
Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2026
If possible, use a smart plug or timer to program the grow light for the proper duration.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Taking out Iran's missile program would require hitting hundreds of targets across a country more than three times the size of Iraq.
—John Hudson, Arkansas Online, 24 Feb. 2026
Moving forward Through it all, Birdville basketball has become one of the premier programs in the Fort Worth area.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Feb. 2026
Verb
Human operators can program AI to deceive.
—Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2026
If possible, use a smart plug or timer to program the grow light for the proper duration.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for program
Noun
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All of the current Lakers realized that playing against the Boston Celtics on national television really was more than just one of 82 games on the schedule.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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Beware of baby training Even though putting your baby on a schedule could make your life easier, those who subscribe to attachment parenting don’t always go this route.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Manuelito is worried that Chee will flip out if Leaphorn doesn't soon tell him his plans to exit the Navajo Tribal Police and put her in charge.—
Jordan Hoffman,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Feb. 2026
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The initial plan called for DHS personnel assigned to these programs to be redirected to assist the broader traveling public, as travelers braced for longer lines to clear security.—
Ayesha Ali,
ABC News,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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While countries such as Spain and clubs such as Barcelona train their young players for years using the same system, with the same positional requirements and following the same procedures, Germany jumps from trend to trend.—
Philipp Lahm,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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The preservation group alleges the president bypassed proper procedures in tearing down the East Wing and soliciting private donations to fund the massive changes.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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From new coaches to cap space to scheme changes, here’s a look at some of the main topics of Detroit’s media sessions from the NFL combine.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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The action comes as a trial is approaching in a federal corruption case in which several former union executives — among them ousted International President Newton Jones — are charged with allegedly scheming to steal $20 million in union funds.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Others showed their opposition by inviting guests who have been affected by his agenda.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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World powers pursue their own agenda in Ukraine.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
24 Feb. 2026
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Interim executive director David White, former NFLPA president and eventual chief strategy officer JC Tretter and American Conference commissioner Tim Pernetti are on the list, two sources briefed on the matter confirmed to The Athletic.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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The Oscars Project is part of a new, larger strategy to eventize cultural moments in the community and at the company, launched in 2021 by co-CEO Mariella Satow.—
Abbey White,
IndieWire,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Captures and killings of cartel leaders serve a strategic purpose of showing that something is being done, but the effectiveness of such policies in the long run is very limited.—
Angélica Durán-Martínez,
The Conversation,
24 Feb. 2026
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The union president said the closure recommendation overlooks the potential for an increase in the prison population as sentencing changes and local charging policies continue to evolve.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The food and drink As with most of the smaller Parisian hotels, all the food and drink action happens in the same place—the property’s entrance is designed to be a comfortable lounge, bar, and breakfast area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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The product is designed for use in retail and home service settings, with capabilities that include delivering items and providing companionship in household environments.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Program.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/program. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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