program 1 of 2

noun

ˈprō-ˌgram How to pronounce program (audio)
Definition of programnext
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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3
as in procedure
a way of acting or proceeding recommends a program of regular dental checkups

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program

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verb

variants also programme
as in to scheme

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Recent Examples of program
Noun
Fleet plans under review The proposal arrives as Canada reportedly weighs significant changes to its fighter modernization program. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 July 2026 An Illinois man who allegedly threatened to shoot Chiefs players Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce at a 2024 concert at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium has entered a diversion program, court documents show. — Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026
Verb
Increasing premium capacity allows exhibitors to program based on demand. — Joseph M. Singer, HollywoodReporter, 29 June 2026 The idea was for the commission to program nonpartisan events that all Americans could enjoy. — Philip Wang, Time, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for program
Recent Examples of Synonyms for program
  1. schedule
  2. plan
  3. procedure
  4. scheme
  5. agenda
  6. strategy
  7. policy
  8. design
Noun
  • When asked about his All-Star nod over the weekend, Joe Ryan focused on his team’s offense and the upcoming schedule instead of himself.
    — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 6 July 2026
  • On June 23, an attendant at a gas station in the center of Moscow told CNN that tankers were still arriving and delivering fuel according to schedule.
    — Clare Sebastian, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Definition of schedule
Noun
  • Corlys, one of few characters on the show who has survived long enough to ask for a favor in return for his service, shares his plan with Rhaenyra, asking her earnestly for public support from the crown.
    — Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 6 July 2026
  • The government claimed the feature could increase cybercrime incidents and has directed the platform to pause its plans.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 6 July 2026
Definition of plan
Noun
  • This is an exceptionally sophisticated cognitive procedure and obviously produces a less powerful and precise strike than those performing goalkeeper-independent kicks, without a stutter.
    — Geir Jordet, New York Times, 14 July 2026
  • County officials described the move as a routine administrative procedure.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of procedure
Verb
  • No, special teams coach Dave Toub shouldn’t spend sleepless nights scheming up how to improve his team’s field-goal defense for next season.
    — Jesse Newell, New York Times, 15 July 2026
  • The true Daeron now graduates to a speaking role with the release of episode 4, as the scheming head of House Hightower now plots to put the young royal on the Iron Throne.
    — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 13 July 2026
Definition of scheme
Noun
  • Convinced the program is failing to teach the girls any real-life skills, Tatum throws out the rulebook and launches her own unorthodox agenda to prepare them for adulthood.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 July 2026
  • Apple has surged almost 23% this year, outperforming the market as investors reward its AI agenda and light capital spending model as businesses commit unprecedented capital to the infrastructure buildout.
    — Samantha Subin, CNBC, 17 July 2026
Definition of agenda
Noun
  • Sometimes in big matches, being afraid of taking a risk is the riskiest strategy of all.
    — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
  • Even on a team with world-class strikers and wingers, Mbappe oftentimes felt like the sole focus of Spain’s defensive strategy.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
Definition of strategy
Noun
  • Chishti said the rulings signify that future presidents could continue to change immigration policies at their discretion.
    — Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • Eligible for a maximum of two four-year terms, the president implements policies within the framework set out by the supreme leader and spearheads Iran’s diplomacy.
    — Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Definition of policy
Verb
  • Griffin and his wife, pioneering architect Marion Mahony, who had both started their careers at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Oak Park Studio, had beaten 136 competitors to design a new capital city for Australia.
    — Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • Hypoallergenic bedding like pillows, comforters and bedsheets is designed to resist common indoor allergens like pollen, pet dander and dust mites.
    — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
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