as in lists
to put (someone or something) on a list
I've scheduled you for an appointment tomorrow
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as in agendas
a listing of things to be presented or considered (as at a concert or play)
the schedule of events for the conference
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as in listings
a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system
a schedule of arrivals and departures
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Recent Examples of schedules
Dan Simms, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
Democrats could easily block the measure if Thune simply schedules a vote to end debate, which needs 60 votes to succeed.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 12 Mar. 2026
Jisoo even explained that YG schedules its trainees to eat at different times so male and female trainees don’t spend too much time together.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 27 Feb. 2026
Texas State University, another major driver of regional travel, schedules its break for March 15–21.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 24 Feb. 2026
Valparaiso University’s Department of Theatre annually schedules the dance ensemble performance around Valentine’s Day as a way to celebrate the students’ love for the art of dance.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Maybe your boss schedules a late meeting.
—Jenny McCoy, Outside, 3 Feb. 2026
In Season 3, premiering Wednesday with two episodes, Ford’s character, Paul, after noticing a progression of his Parkinson’s symptoms, schedules a doctor’s visit.
—Senior Television, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Dates and matchups for the 2027 and 2028 events will be announced once the NHL schedules for those seasons are announced, as a Wild home game is traditionally the final event of the night.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 25 Jan. 2026
Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
In an effort to align his new child care program for 2-year-olds with the schedules of New York City parents, Mayor Mamdani said Thursday most 2-K providers will operate for the full work day and year-round.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2026
And there are countless others balancing hospital shifts, therapy schedules, sleepless nights, and advocacy — quietly rewriting what family, work, and resilience look like.
—Dr. Joseph D'orazio, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Zoom ushered in the remote era—cutting commutes, reshaping office culture, and giving millions of workers more control over their schedules.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Lawson said the chair handles many of the City Council’s toughest agendas, longest meetings, trickiest technical rules and busiest briefing schedules.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
But because summer is such a popular time for home renovations and maintenance projects, contractor schedules fill up rapidly, leaving little room for last-minute bookings.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
At the same time, its young cast had transformed into a roster of in-demand movie stars, with schedules and expectations that look very different from when the show began.
—Precious Fondren, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
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
Verb
Leafguard schedules your installation date.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
Democrats could easily block the measure if Thune simply schedules a vote to end debate, which needs 60 votes to succeed.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 12 Mar. 2026
Jisoo even explained that YG schedules its trainees to eat at different times so male and female trainees don’t spend too much time together.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 27 Feb. 2026
Texas State University, another major driver of regional travel, schedules its break for March 15–21.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 24 Feb. 2026
Valparaiso University’s Department of Theatre annually schedules the dance ensemble performance around Valentine’s Day as a way to celebrate the students’ love for the art of dance.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Maybe your boss schedules a late meeting.
—Jenny McCoy, Outside, 3 Feb. 2026
In Season 3, premiering Wednesday with two episodes, Ford’s character, Paul, after noticing a progression of his Parkinson’s symptoms, schedules a doctor’s visit.
—Senior Television, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
Dates and matchups for the 2027 and 2028 events will be announced once the NHL schedules for those seasons are announced, as a Wild home game is traditionally the final event of the night.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 25 Jan. 2026
Noun
As investigators searched the area with the bamboo again, Horner smoked cigarettes and seemed relaxed, making small talk about his favorite foods, work schedules and the weather.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026
In an effort to align his new child care program for 2-year-olds with the schedules of New York City parents, Mayor Mamdani said Thursday most 2-K providers will operate for the full work day and year-round.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2026
And there are countless others balancing hospital shifts, therapy schedules, sleepless nights, and advocacy — quietly rewriting what family, work, and resilience look like.
—Dr. Joseph D'orazio, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Zoom ushered in the remote era—cutting commutes, reshaping office culture, and giving millions of workers more control over their schedules.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Lawson said the chair handles many of the City Council’s toughest agendas, longest meetings, trickiest technical rules and busiest briefing schedules.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
But because summer is such a popular time for home renovations and maintenance projects, contractor schedules fill up rapidly, leaving little room for last-minute bookings.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
At the same time, its young cast had transformed into a roster of in-demand movie stars, with schedules and expectations that look very different from when the show began.
—Precious Fondren, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for schedules
Verb
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Those are the only three safeties who Jeremiah lists among his top 50 prospects.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2026
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The document lists dozens of other assets without stating the value, mostly focused, judging by the names, in artificial intelligence and crypto, among other sectors.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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So, to comply with the new rules, the county will only be posting materials like agendas, resolutions and ordinances online as part of its agenda packets.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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Most school boards create agendas and vote on a range of issues that are not particularly controversial, like whether the district will adopt an after-school program.—
Carrie Sampson,
The Conversation,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Before, Hong Kong’s success was all about secondary listings.—
Nicholas Gordon,
Fortune,
13 Apr. 2026
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From residences that date back to the 19th century to more modern dwellings, these listings capture Southern living at its best.—
Kelsey Mulvey,
Vogue,
12 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Noncitizen voting is rare The Heritage Foundation’s database of election fraud records 30 cases in Missouri between 1982 and 2025.—
Jack Harvel
April 10,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2026
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The memoir records the workings of Mughal rule, describing dealings with courtiers and envoys.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Instead of planning content based only on assumptions, businesses can build editorial calendars around observed demand and relevant opportunities.—
William Jones,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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She isn’t allowed access to calendars.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Lincoln-Way Central remains undefeated, Lemont makes a big jump and Tinley Park enters the rankings.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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Wang Hao, Tesla's vice president, said the Shanghai facilities, like other Tesla factories, will contribute after the company enters an era of robots.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The education ministry will issue guidelines for schools starting Sunday, with options such as adjusting timetables and shifting to online classes being considered.—
Max Burman,
NBC news,
3 Apr. 2026
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Details, timetables, and costs aren’t clear.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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After the federal agency’s findings, the Chicago schools moved to create magnet schools and other programs that attracted students from across the city.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
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The cuts to science would also affect programs that support human spaceflight, such as heliophysics, a division that helps reaserchers understand the deadly in-space radiation that is a top concern for astronauts.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
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