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
Don Riddell, CNN Money, 22 Feb. 2026
Other programs may farm that out, or combine it with other schools.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 22 Feb. 2026
Poland is already working with Ukraine on drone technology in joint military training programs and manufacturing projects.
—Sam McNeil, Arkansas Online, 21 Feb. 2026
Just as airlines and hotels offer travel rewards programs and perks to loyal customers, most cruise lines do, too.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
In 2026, both would be considered tame — through, to be fair, the programs would still generate an abundance of memes and have millions of followers on their respective YouTube channels.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 21 Feb. 2026
Officials have sought to slash climate change programs and promote fossil fuel development.
—Michael Phillis, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
Each location is designed with a festive, slightly upscale feel, from the bar programs with an extensive tequila selection to patios that encourage lingering over chips and salsa.
—Staff Report, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Feb. 2026
In higher education, the focus should be on affordability, accountability, and job outcomes, even expanding dual-credit and credential programs.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
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In every way, such programs are unthinkable in Norway, a highly egalitarian society, in which wealth and resources are distributed evenly.
—Don Riddell, CNN Money, 22 Feb. 2026
Other programs may farm that out, or combine it with other schools.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 22 Feb. 2026
Poland is already working with Ukraine on drone technology in joint military training programs and manufacturing projects.
—Sam McNeil, Arkansas Online, 21 Feb. 2026
Just as airlines and hotels offer travel rewards programs and perks to loyal customers, most cruise lines do, too.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
In 2026, both would be considered tame — through, to be fair, the programs would still generate an abundance of memes and have millions of followers on their respective YouTube channels.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 21 Feb. 2026
Officials have sought to slash climate change programs and promote fossil fuel development.
—Michael Phillis, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
Each location is designed with a festive, slightly upscale feel, from the bar programs with an extensive tequila selection to patios that encourage lingering over chips and salsa.
—Staff Report, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Feb. 2026
In higher education, the focus should be on affordability, accountability, and job outcomes, even expanding dual-credit and credential programs.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for programs
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Beyond the studio, CYE’s first year has been packed with variety-show appearances, photoshoots, fan meets, performance schedules, and now concert rehearsals.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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Agricultural models advise farmers on crop selection, planting schedules, and pest control.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
19 Feb. 2026
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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
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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
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It is claimed that this will help keep bases fully operational while also advancing technologies and procedures that could accelerate the revival of the American nuclear power sector.—
David Szondy
February 21,
New Atlas,
21 Feb. 2026
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According to officials, Gray provided kickbacks in return for referrals of DNA samples and executed test orders authorizing the procedures.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
21 Feb. 2026
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Joy Randolph, follows a desperate gallery owner (Portman) who schemes to sell a dead man as art at Art Basel in Miami.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
26 Jan. 2026
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Chalamet embodies Marty’s arrant showmanship with an evident joy in performance, exactly as Marty himself schemes not only shamelessly but jubilantly.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
19 Dec. 2025
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The problem is that teachers’ empathy and impulse to make the world a better place are deliberately used by people who promote political agendas through teacher training, curricula and professional norms.—
Dana Stangel-Plowe,
Boston Herald,
18 Feb. 2026
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After a return to the playoffs last season, the team is putting personal agendas aside with a chance to do something special.—
Matt Zahn,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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
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His unapologetic calls for a progressive economic agenda and more inclusive policies for all racial groups, religions, genders and orientations laid the groundwork for the progressive movement within the Democratic Party.—
MATT BROWN,
Arkansas Online,
21 Feb. 2026
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The persistence of deportation and enforcement practices across Democratic and Republican administrations reflects a broader failure to establish genuinely humane immigration policies.—
Fidel Martinez,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In addition, there's ongoing construction of retail and restaurant spaces, discussion with possible developers for a hotel and convention center, and designs underway for a senior living area, said Alex Tynberg, founder of Northline Development Co.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American Statesman,
21 Feb. 2026
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The trade war between America and China had made importing the products his company designs and sells almost impossible.—
Angela Palermo
February 21,
Idaho Statesman,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Programs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/programs. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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