as in plans
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
an ambitious project to develop the city's waterfront
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as in protrudes
to extend outward beyond a usual point
some boulders projected dangerously out above the trail
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as in designs
to work out the details of (something) in advance
we must project next year's budget now
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Recent Examples of projects
Bart Jansen, USA Today, 23 June 2026
Since Universal acquired the film rights to Lego in 2020, the studio has announced several live-action projects from creatives like Jake Kasdan, Patty Jenkins and Joe Cornish, though none of those came to fruition.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 22 June 2026
Housing construction would follow as projects receive approvals.
—Beret Leone, CBS News, 22 June 2026
All of three projects are currently in development.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 22 June 2026
Broader defense applications The latest contract expands a growing portfolio of defense manufacturing projects for the company.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 22 June 2026
There are now numerous projects proposed or already operating in the Kansas City metro, including hyperscale models, which in Kansas are classified as using more than 75 megawatts of energy to operate and in Missouri are classified as using more than 25 megawatts.
—Sofi Zeman
june 22, Kansas City Star, 22 June 2026
The new label will focus on service work to support clients and creators in bringing projects that target older audiences to fruition.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026
At first, the institute concentrated on earnest Marxian research projects.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 16 June 2026
But Obama's center projects a younger, hipper, less stuffy vibe than its general ilk.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Ronaldo, playing in a record-extending sixth World Cup, is the oldest outfield player in the tournament but still projects as Portugal’s starting striker.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
An engineer plots a well’s falling output, fits a curve, and projects it forward.
—Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
The metasurface was specifically designed to work with parametric array loudspeakers (PALs), a specialized type of speaker that projects highly directional ultrasonic waves.
—New Atlas, 14 June 2026
The always excellent Elizabeth Marvel projects wisdom and warmth as a caring nun at the monastery where Jane once lived, her open-mindedness toward cosmic forces that transcend religion conveyed with crisp economy.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
Hollins projects as a potential starter next to Brown and Doubs.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 9 June 2026
Strategist Scott Chronert now projects earnings of $350 per share for the S & P in 2026, with that number rising to $400 in 2027.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 8 June 2026
Noun
Other projects include a White House ballroom, a Triumphal Arch, and the restoration of fountains around the city.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 23 June 2026
Since Universal acquired the film rights to Lego in 2020, the studio has announced several live-action projects from creatives like Jake Kasdan, Patty Jenkins and Joe Cornish, though none of those came to fruition.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 22 June 2026
Housing construction would follow as projects receive approvals.
—Beret Leone, CBS News, 22 June 2026
All of three projects are currently in development.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 22 June 2026
Broader defense applications The latest contract expands a growing portfolio of defense manufacturing projects for the company.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 22 June 2026
There are now numerous projects proposed or already operating in the Kansas City metro, including hyperscale models, which in Kansas are classified as using more than 75 megawatts of energy to operate and in Missouri are classified as using more than 25 megawatts.
—Sofi Zeman
june 22, Kansas City Star, 22 June 2026
The new label will focus on service work to support clients and creators in bringing projects that target older audiences to fruition.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026
At first, the institute concentrated on earnest Marxian research projects.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Verb
West Ada projects enrollment drop, ups superintendent salary In West Ada, the district has been seeing drops in kindergarten enrollment for the past several years, and is projecting this year will be no different.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 16 June 2026
But Obama's center projects a younger, hipper, less stuffy vibe than its general ilk.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Ronaldo, playing in a record-extending sixth World Cup, is the oldest outfield player in the tournament but still projects as Portugal’s starting striker.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
An engineer plots a well’s falling output, fits a curve, and projects it forward.
—Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
The metasurface was specifically designed to work with parametric array loudspeakers (PALs), a specialized type of speaker that projects highly directional ultrasonic waves.
—New Atlas, 14 June 2026
The always excellent Elizabeth Marvel projects wisdom and warmth as a caring nun at the monastery where Jane once lived, her open-mindedness toward cosmic forces that transcend religion conveyed with crisp economy.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
Hollins projects as a potential starter next to Brown and Doubs.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 9 June 2026
Strategist Scott Chronert now projects earnings of $350 per share for the S & P in 2026, with that number rising to $400 in 2027.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 8 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for projects
Noun
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Next year, these plans for retirees will increase on average by less than 1%.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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Each federal land management agency has its own regulations with criteria for managing off-road vehicle use — for instance, the BLM uses travel management plans to determine where vehicles are allowed on specific pieces of land.—
Alex Wigglesworth,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
Verb
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These are more likely to cause painless rectal bleeding or tissue that protrudes during a bowel movement.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Part of it protrudes from the exterior, with natural airflow helping keep the food inside chilled.—
Adam Williams
March 29,
New Atlas,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Daniella designs her own pieces and also curates work from other quality Caymanian brands—a one-stop shop for the best of what this island produces.—
Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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The same physician who designs the hairline at the morning consultation is still in the room placing grafts in the afternoon.—
Ascend Agency,
Denver Post,
18 June 2026
Noun
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When considered city by city and decade by decade, there are lots of factors in home run totals, from ballpark dimensions to playing strategies to the number of long ball hitters in each lineup.—
Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Market dynamics, consumer preferences, manufacturing considerations, and pricing strategies can all influence how products are formulated and positioned.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Cloudy and rainy conditions prevail throughout the morning, then in the afternoon the sun pokes through with calm winds.—
Kendrick Calfee
June 16,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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In it, Grace can be seen playing a racing game while the Mallrats creator pokes fun at her driving skills.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 June 2026
Verb
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An engineer plots a well’s falling output, fits a curve, and projects it forward.—
Dara-Abasi Ita,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The same teenager who drafts op-eds to send to places like the Times plots his next battle attack.—
Liana Handler
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
Noun
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The items and blueprints for the items can be found in shops, claw machines, the flower basket crafting mission, the box of fortune, and the orb roll challenge.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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The team compared the vessel’s size, along with the position of its masts and cargo holds, against blueprints of the Hōfuku Maru, built in 1919.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
Verb
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The thing that most stands out about the Scindapsus species are the unique colors.—
Dr. Matthew Lisy,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
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Antigua is known for its warm water, sailing harbors, and relaxed beach lifestyle, but Long Bay stands out as a more private spot compared to the island’s popular resorts.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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