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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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
NPR, 13 Oct. 2025
By making comparisons between regions or programs that aren’t actually aligned—or relying on data that isn’t contextually accurate—brands risk damaging their reputation and consumer trust in their sustainability efforts.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 13 Oct. 2025
Another catalyst comes in various delivery partnerships, which include programs with Instacart, Doordash and UberEats.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
The Hatch Act is a 1939 law which prohibits political activities of federal employees to ensure government programs are administered in a nonpartisan fashion.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2025
Because Social Security benefit programs are considered mandatory spending by law, they are not impacted by the lapse in funding appropriations.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
In some cases, Kaiser is shifting appointments to virtual care via phone, video or e-chat programs and may need to reschedule certain appointments, elective surgeries and procedures, Kanakri said in a statement to the Southern California News Group.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
Casting Edward Lee and Ryu Soo-young A familiar face on cooking competition programs like Iron Chef America, MasterChef, and Culinary Class Wars, Lee was quickly cast in Mad About Seafood.
—Sara Merican, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2025
Looking around the nation, there are quite a few programs that are making coaching changes.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
Pipeline replacement programs have contributed to a change in customer bills over the past 40 years.
—NPR, 13 Oct. 2025
By making comparisons between regions or programs that aren’t actually aligned—or relying on data that isn’t contextually accurate—brands risk damaging their reputation and consumer trust in their sustainability efforts.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 13 Oct. 2025
Another catalyst comes in various delivery partnerships, which include programs with Instacart, Doordash and UberEats.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
The Hatch Act is a 1939 law which prohibits political activities of federal employees to ensure government programs are administered in a nonpartisan fashion.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2025
Because Social Security benefit programs are considered mandatory spending by law, they are not impacted by the lapse in funding appropriations.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
In some cases, Kaiser is shifting appointments to virtual care via phone, video or e-chat programs and may need to reschedule certain appointments, elective surgeries and procedures, Kanakri said in a statement to the Southern California News Group.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
Casting Edward Lee and Ryu Soo-young A familiar face on cooking competition programs like Iron Chef America, MasterChef, and Culinary Class Wars, Lee was quickly cast in Mad About Seafood.
—Sara Merican, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2025
Looking around the nation, there are quite a few programs that are making coaching changes.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for programs
Noun
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Unlike public market debt, these loans can be tailored to reflect the realities of a business’s growth curve, with covenants and amortization schedules negotiated to meet company needs.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
17 Oct. 2025
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Again, no more than one or two managers in every league should be contemplating late-season schedules and playoff matchups.—
Andy Behrens,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Moreover, the word comes directly from the source, with All-Pro tight end George Kittle announcing his plans to make his return to the field on Sunday.—
Josh Buckhalter,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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Hamas cracks down on rival groups in Gaza Hamas is carrying out a bloody crackdown on rival Palestinian armed groups in Gaza, complicating plans for reestablishing peace in the enclave.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Spencer Platt | Getty Images More than 1 million children around the world have used Lego’s toy MRI scanner sets in preparation for their medical procedures, the toymaker announced today.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
13 Oct. 2025
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In some cases, Kaiser is shifting appointments to virtual care via phone, video or e-chat programs and may need to reschedule certain appointments, elective surgeries and procedures, Kanakri said in a statement to the Southern California News Group.—
Pat Maio,
Oc Register,
13 Oct. 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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Streamlining agendas and providing concise pre-read materials can allow directors to prepare thoughtfully and focus on strategic issues.—
Lara Abrash,
Fortune,
11 Oct. 2025
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After years of violence, corruption and poverty, governments are increasingly using authoritarian tactics, and the defense of democracy has taken a backseat to pressing domestic issues and economic agendas.—
Nora Gamez Torres,
Miami Herald,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The paper addresses operational procedures, describing mechanical and electrical triggers, containment strategies for managing gases, and a full process timeline of roughly 335 minutes from initiation to material extraction.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Oct. 2025
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There has been little evidence that boards are prioritizing water strategies, with just 5% of large global companies putting an internal shadow price on their water use, compared to the close to 25% that use an internal price for carbon emissions.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But Jodie Muller, president and CEO of the Western States Petroleum Association, said the state can protect jobs by changing its climate policies.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
12 Oct. 2025
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In August, five Northern Virginia school districts were found by the Department of Education to be in violation of Title IX for failing to roll back policies allowing transgender students.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The company designs structured coloring books that merge narrative detail with physical engagement, using distinctive bubble lettering and diagrammatic layouts to help learners color both the word and the structure.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
9 Oct. 2025
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The best example came on the Serpenti Forever designs, with the top handle bedazzled with a multicolor spray of light made of 8,348 rhinestones.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Programs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/programs. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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