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
Allen Best, Denver Post, 14 June 2026
Missouri won a recruiting battle for Smith’s services in college, beating out offers from Kansas State, Kansas, Nebraska and other marquee programs.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 14 June 2026
This year alone, 2,500 kids will benefit from Soccer in the Streets programs.
—Chelsea Torres, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
In November, voters in the Aurora downtown district approved creating a Downtown Development Authority to advance projects, programs and investments to revitalize the East Colfax corridor that runs through downtown Aurora.
—Michael Abeyta, CBS News, 14 June 2026
After NetJets sold two dozen Dassault Falcon 2000s to Dumont Aviation last decade, the buyer refurbished the jets, and then turned around and created jet card and fractional programs competing against the the unit of Berkshire Hathaway.
—Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
The risky strategy has consequences when government programs go dark, and Democrats have little to show for it so far in terms of policy victories.
—ABC News, 13 June 2026
While the details of the new deal are still being worked out, Badiane says that money for nutrition programs was left out.
—Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 13 June 2026
The uninterrupted airing of its ads will enable the charity to continue funding its programs for children and families.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 6 June 2026
Noun
Financial incentives offered by the conservation district, in conjunction with federal programs, have enticed farmers in the South Fork of the Republican River near Burlington to end irrigation on an additional 20,000 acres.
—Allen Best, Denver Post, 14 June 2026
Missouri won a recruiting battle for Smith’s services in college, beating out offers from Kansas State, Kansas, Nebraska and other marquee programs.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 14 June 2026
This year alone, 2,500 kids will benefit from Soccer in the Streets programs.
—Chelsea Torres, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
In November, voters in the Aurora downtown district approved creating a Downtown Development Authority to advance projects, programs and investments to revitalize the East Colfax corridor that runs through downtown Aurora.
—Michael Abeyta, CBS News, 14 June 2026
After NetJets sold two dozen Dassault Falcon 2000s to Dumont Aviation last decade, the buyer refurbished the jets, and then turned around and created jet card and fractional programs competing against the the unit of Berkshire Hathaway.
—Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
The risky strategy has consequences when government programs go dark, and Democrats have little to show for it so far in terms of policy victories.
—ABC News, 13 June 2026
While the details of the new deal are still being worked out, Badiane says that money for nutrition programs was left out.
—Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 13 June 2026
The uninterrupted airing of its ads will enable the charity to continue funding its programs for children and families.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for programs
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This device can also learn your daily routines and set specific heating and cooling schedules to reduce overall waste, which can often save homeowners between $100 to $200 annually.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2026
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Residents are encouraged to check pool schedules before heading out.—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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Over the course of several interviews over the past month, Charlotte-area parents described child care not as a normal consumer decision but as something closer to a strategic campaign involving timing, networking, luck, financial compromise and backup plans layered on top of backup plans.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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Across California’s capital region, many businesses have announced plans to screen some — or all — of the World Cup matches for the most dedicated of fans.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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During peacetime, air forces rely on standard identification procedures, radio calls and visual contact to conduct interceptions in international airspace, which help ensure flight safety and prevent misunderstandings between the two sides, Cenciotti said.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Dec. 2025
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Simultaneously, the procedures market has increased more than sixfold.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
8 Dec. 2025
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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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What is perhaps most troubling is the actions of some to abuse their access to privileged and confidential information to mispresent facts, manipulate situations and selectively use and leak that information to promote personal agendas.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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DoAg will also post all meeting notices, agendas and minutes on the DoAg website for easy access by the public.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Learn about the debt relief strategies available to you now.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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Guests complete cognitive-skills assessments that analyze the brain’s processing speed, visual memory, and executive functioning, then move into personalized drills and strategies.—
Melinda Fulmer,
Robb Report,
11 June 2026
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The supervisory review is ongoing to assess how bank policies were applied over the last five years.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Dec. 2025
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Trump has repeatedly called for the late-night host to be fired amid Kimmel's commitment to speaking out against the president's controversial policies.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Dec. 2025
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Oversized kitchen islands can disrupt flow and functionality, making right-sized designs a better choice.—
Kristin Hohenadel,
The Spruce,
15 June 2026
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Laverne Cox spun one of Thierry Mugler’s rare archival designs back onto the carpet Saturday, attending the Lifelong Pride Gala at The Sanctuary in Seattle in the fall 2001 Spider dress.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
14 June 2026
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“Programs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/programs. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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