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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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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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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
Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
Proceeds from the annual registration fee would help fund lowrider public exhibitions, cultural events and programs that preserve lowrider history.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
Fly-fishing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, archery, and outdoor evening programs under the stars are among the top activities here.
—Julie Bielenberg, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
Proven programs like CityFHEPS exist precisely to bridge that gap, helping households stay housed and preventing avoidable homelessness.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 4 Apr. 2026
Following that thread, many nonprofits have excellent volunteer training programs for everything from crisis phone counseling to elementary inventory management.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
Still, some critics have questioned the role of law enforcement on school campuses, particularly in secondary schools, raising concerns that such programs can feel more like surveillance than support.
—Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
The school will still offer its graduate and certificate programs in the discipline.
—Jason Armesto, AJC.com, 4 Apr. 2026
Some programs have built their identity on hard coaching or amassing the most talent possible, and while Campbell isn’t soft on his players, he’s opted to create a culture of joy that’s led to TCU signing Van Lith and Miles.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Mar. 2026
Noun
Because the company’s recent seasonal programs have been more astounding than its classics.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
Proceeds from the annual registration fee would help fund lowrider public exhibitions, cultural events and programs that preserve lowrider history.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
Fly-fishing, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, archery, and outdoor evening programs under the stars are among the top activities here.
—Julie Bielenberg, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
Proven programs like CityFHEPS exist precisely to bridge that gap, helping households stay housed and preventing avoidable homelessness.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 4 Apr. 2026
Following that thread, many nonprofits have excellent volunteer training programs for everything from crisis phone counseling to elementary inventory management.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
Still, some critics have questioned the role of law enforcement on school campuses, particularly in secondary schools, raising concerns that such programs can feel more like surveillance than support.
—Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
The school will still offer its graduate and certificate programs in the discipline.
—Jason Armesto, AJC.com, 4 Apr. 2026
Some programs have built their identity on hard coaching or amassing the most talent possible, and while Campbell isn’t soft on his players, he’s opted to create a culture of joy that’s led to TCU signing Van Lith and Miles.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for programs
Noun
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Empire Today supplies your flooring, schedules in-home design consultations and measures your home for new flooring.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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The companion app gives you robust reports and the ability to set schedules, and setup is simple and lightning-fast.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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At the same time, the mission will test flight controllers and procedures needed to safely send astronauts back to the moon for long-duration stays as NASA makes plans for a future moon base.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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How does the new Coral Gables board game fit into the chamber’s plans?—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Even the name is a misnomer, Mackey said, since the same pain can arise among women who’ve had other procedures, including lumpectomies and lymph node surgeries.—
Brett Kelman,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Police officials have argued that some oversight requests conflict with existing procedures or legal protections for officers.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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Marty, who was loosely based on real-life ping-pong legend Marty Reisman, schemes his way to competitions across the globe and hustles for pocket cash.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Mar. 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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Maintenance crews carve up the streets while pedestrians squeeze by, each person absorbed in their own agendas.—
Françoise Mouly,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Anti-porn crusaders of all ilks also hijacked the news of Radvinsky’s passing for their various pro-censorship agendas.—
Gustavo Turner,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Mar. 2026
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The summit will explore how the two worlds connect – from adapting digital IP into cinematic projects and scouting emerging talent, to engaging audiences that drive communities to theaters and exploring innovative marketing strategies.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds — from financial professionals to everyday individuals — come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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DreamCloud also offers customer-forward policies, including a 365-night sleep trial, free shipping and returns and a Forever Warranty™ warranty.—
Sharon Brandwein,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Behind the scenes, Descovich has been a tipster for agencies that investigate schools over transgender sports and bathroom policies.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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So, Gomez collaborated with the Hanger Clinic, which designs and custom fits orthotic and prosthetic devices.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
30 Mar. 2026
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McKeen designs with 270 fit models across seven easy sizes, grading each style individually rather than scaling up from a single sample.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Programs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/programs. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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