as in entering
to put (someone or something) on a list
I've scheduled you for an appointment tomorrow
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Recent Examples of scheduling
Republicans have challenged the process that Democrats used to place the measure on the ballot and the state Supreme Court opted to wait for the vote before even scheduling arguments in the case.
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Nicholas Riccardi, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Republicans have challenged the process that Democrats used to place the measure on the ballot and the state Supreme Court opted to wait for the vote before even scheduling arguments in the case.
—ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
In Silky Smooth, Liao explores the chaotic stages of adulthood, scheduling fun plans with tired friends, the unfair treatment of single people, being attracted to silly men, and the fear of being a role model to her pretend children.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2026
Still, putting flights up for sale and scheduling the first ones are among the significant changes over the past four months.
—Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
DeSantis called the atypical mid-decade redistricting session for the week in January, scheduling it for the week of April 20.
—Jim Turner, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
Sherry confided in just one friend before scheduling the appointment.
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
There are self-pampering add-ons too, like scheduling an in-room Swedish and deep-tissue massage, or elevating your sleep with a personalized turndown service.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
These brands have pulled sponsorship of Wireless Festival, which disgraced itself recently by scheduling Ye (formerly Kanye West) to headline.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
Nicholas Riccardi, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Republicans have challenged the process that Democrats used to place the measure on the ballot and the state Supreme Court opted to wait for the vote before even scheduling arguments in the case.
—ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
In Silky Smooth, Liao explores the chaotic stages of adulthood, scheduling fun plans with tired friends, the unfair treatment of single people, being attracted to silly men, and the fear of being a role model to her pretend children.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2026
Still, putting flights up for sale and scheduling the first ones are among the significant changes over the past four months.
—Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
DeSantis called the atypical mid-decade redistricting session for the week in January, scheduling it for the week of April 20.
—Jim Turner, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
Sherry confided in just one friend before scheduling the appointment.
—Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
There are self-pampering add-ons too, like scheduling an in-room Swedish and deep-tissue massage, or elevating your sleep with a personalized turndown service.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
These brands have pulled sponsorship of Wireless Festival, which disgraced itself recently by scheduling Ye (formerly Kanye West) to headline.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scheduling
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The scoop neckline adds a flattering touch, and the midi length provides enough coverage for entering temples while still allowing for full freedom of movement.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
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But experts say more vessels are leaving than entering, indicating that shipping operators are mitigating risks by avoiding the area entirely and reallocating flows.—
Henrik Pettersson,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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As interior secretary, Kempthorne made the decision in 2008 to issue protections for polar bears by listing the species as threatened.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Apr. 2026
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Also, take screenshots of the seat listing for your records.—
Christopher Elliott,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Beyond fashioning stunning décor, Joseon court painters were tasked with recording major events.—
Lori Waxman,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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The Stanford graduate played 80 games across his career with the Cardinals, New York Giants and Oakland Raiders, recording five sacks and 130 tackles.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2026
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Application workshops on filing a claim will be held in Boise on May 1-2 at the Idaho State Museum in Julia Davis Park.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Apr. 2026
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Two Stagecoach festival attendees, Ellie, 27, and Angelique, 22, sat at tables farther back from the stage watching people filing out of the festival.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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In the infrared, this could do everything from revealing the large-scale structure of the early Universe to cataloging far more of the asteroids orbiting in Earth’s vicinity.—
JOHN TIMMER,
ArsTechnica,
23 Apr. 2026
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Now, the company is partnering with Waze to offer a new service to help city officials make roads better — cataloguing potholes.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Scheduling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scheduling. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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