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
E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 7 May 2026
But even with the name recognition of Beverly Hills and LACMA along Wilshire Boulevard, subway ridership will be tempered by the work-from-home trend that began during the COVID-19 pandemic and has mostly continued, with some employees working hybrid schedules.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 7 May 2026
Sixteen teams would allow for more teams in the SEC and Big Ten to make the field despite their tough schedules, while also incorporating Group of Five teams who deserve a chance too.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
The Host Ready app includes practical information on topics such as food, religion, general background, sleeping and meal schedules.
—Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
The demanding schedules in Black Bear leagues – roughly 50 games over six months – force players to specialize at a young age, which medical experts say contributes to overuse injuries and burnout.
—Kenny Jacoby, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Nearly one in four students is missing substantial classroom time, often because school schedules don’t match the realities of working families.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
David Ellison has also promised to maintain the two studios’ current release schedules of 15 movies a year — for a total of 30 films a year — following the merger.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
The Patriots have a more difficult path to the postseason this year, facing off against one of the NFL’s toughest schedules.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 30 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
The new systems—to nationalize schedules and workflow—that Bisignano had announced in December were slated to take effect in early spring.
—E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 7 May 2026
But even with the name recognition of Beverly Hills and LACMA along Wilshire Boulevard, subway ridership will be tempered by the work-from-home trend that began during the COVID-19 pandemic and has mostly continued, with some employees working hybrid schedules.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 7 May 2026
Sixteen teams would allow for more teams in the SEC and Big Ten to make the field despite their tough schedules, while also incorporating Group of Five teams who deserve a chance too.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
The Host Ready app includes practical information on topics such as food, religion, general background, sleeping and meal schedules.
—Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
The demanding schedules in Black Bear leagues – roughly 50 games over six months – force players to specialize at a young age, which medical experts say contributes to overuse injuries and burnout.
—Kenny Jacoby, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Nearly one in four students is missing substantial classroom time, often because school schedules don’t match the realities of working families.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
David Ellison has also promised to maintain the two studios’ current release schedules of 15 movies a year — for a total of 30 films a year — following the merger.
—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
The Patriots have a more difficult path to the postseason this year, facing off against one of the NFL’s toughest schedules.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for schedules
Verb
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His website lists keeping neighborhoods safe, helping families with housing costs and rolling back tariff policies as other priorities.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
2 May 2026
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Business Exits is more of a brokerage that lists high-revenue businesses, like wellness practices, construction companies, wedding venues and more.—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Namely, the Assessment Appeals Board, which manages the agendas and schedules the hearings.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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The board functioned as a bridging device – a mechanism by which scientific judgment could inform federal decisions without scientists becoming political officers, and political priorities could shape research agendas without dictating findings.—
Caroline Wagner,
The Conversation,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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All listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 May 2026
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The real estate online search giant, which offers both purchase and rental listings, looked at who was searching for a new place in February.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
Verb
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Limon’s body was found April 24 on the Howard Frankland Bridge, also in a large black trash bag and with stab injuries, records state.—
Tony Marrero,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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However, federal attorneys said back then that the crime started with the former owners, which records show included local restaurant magnate Louis Gerodemos.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In addition to this, these products sync with platforms like Google, Apple, and Outlook calendars, enabling real-time updates, shared access, and automatic reminders to reduce miscommunication.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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That includes using email, spreadsheets, calendars and other applications to follow a user’s commands on a computer.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Providence and Lincoln-Way West move up, while Sandburg enters topsy-turvy rankings.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The replay shows the puck enters the goal just below the crossbar and caroms off the frame at the back of the net.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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At Wednesday’s meeting, residents wanted to know the train timetables.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
16 Apr. 2026
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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
Noun
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The event raises money to fund the free bike education programs offered by Bike New York.—
Alexa Herrera,
CBS News,
2 May 2026
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While global challenges continue to rise, foreign assistance programs are needed more than ever from both a humanitarian and strategic standpoint.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
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“Schedules.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/schedules. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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