1
as in schedules
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 plans
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 procedures
a way of acting or proceeding
recommends a program of regular dental checkups
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variants
also programmes
as in schemes
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Recent Examples of programs
Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2025
This drop features some of the top programs in the nation, including Michigan, Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, Penn State, Ohio State, and Alabama.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
Based on the survey results, the Catalyst/Meltzer Report warns that retreating from DEI programs can increase corporate risk in four areas.
—Michelle Travis, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
And this matters now more than ever, during a time when universities are dismantling their humanities programs and being pressured into pandering to authoritarian strongmen.
—Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2025
Within these programs, the tools have been redesigned to best meet the needs of a wider range of professionals.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Chris Clunie spent a decade building basketball programs in more than 30 countries for the NBA, developing future stars like Joel Embiid and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander through Basketball Without Borders camps.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
Are there any special programs for affordable internet in Los Angeles?
—Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2025
This drop features some of the top programs in the nation, including Michigan, Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, Penn State, Ohio State, and Alabama.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
Based on the survey results, the Catalyst/Meltzer Report warns that retreating from DEI programs can increase corporate risk in four areas.
—Michelle Travis, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
And this matters now more than ever, during a time when universities are dismantling their humanities programs and being pressured into pandering to authoritarian strongmen.
—Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2025
Within these programs, the tools have been redesigned to best meet the needs of a wider range of professionals.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Chris Clunie spent a decade building basketball programs in more than 30 countries for the NBA, developing future stars like Joel Embiid and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander through Basketball Without Borders camps.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for programs
Noun
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Assuring the continuation of this gem means finding spots on future schedules to place it.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Sep. 2025
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Travelers are advised to stay updated on Spirit’s flight schedules as the airline navigates the restructuring process.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The plans and the construction underway have come as welcome news to community leaders who have long been trying to preserve the history of Pan Am.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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Google to challenge order Google criticized the ruling and plans to appeal.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Department of State advised applicants to review embassy and consulate websites for more information on visa requirements, procedures, operating status, and available services.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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Airlines currently use procedures like blocking the aisle at the front of the plane with a beverage cart when pilots need to open the door and exit the cockpit.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Matthew quickly schemes his way into Oliver’s orbit after that first performance, impressing and rankling the group of lackeys in his entourage at the same time.—
Eric Torres,
Pitchfork,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Adversaries appear as competing bids, regulatory hurdles or stakeholders with diverging agendas.—
Jessica Billingsley,
Rolling Stone,
2 Sep. 2025
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Other reports - mostly from tech companies with their own agendas - have been sent to me confirming this.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Fall in Michigan means less and less daylight as the season goes on and for many that signals the start of seasonal mental health struggles, though coping strategies can help, experts say.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Companies responded by jettisoning a few mean executives, changing their internal communications strategies, and retraining bosses to be nicer.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There are caveats, however, and many sports teams around the state have policies explicitly banning the practice.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The nonprofit emphasized the need for lawmakers to improve coordination across the early learning system as new policies come forward.—
Lina Ruiz
September 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The company designs, installs and maintains rooftop solar panel systems.—
Forbes Asia Team,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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Known for crafting immersive and emotionally tuned performance environments, the studio designs spaces that respond to sound and transform expectations.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
24 Aug. 2025
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“Programs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/programs. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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