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as in plans
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
a statewide strategy to raise students' achievement test scores over the next three years
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as in methods
the means or procedure for doing something
you'll need a better strategy than just knocking on doors if you want to sell that many magazines
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Recent Examples of strategies
The summit will explore how the two worlds connect – from adapting digital IP into cinematic projects and scouting emerging talent, to engaging audiences that drive communities to theaters and exploring innovative marketing strategies.
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Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds — from financial professionals to everyday individuals — come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
This approach helps planners match conservation strategies to each setting, or transect zone – urban, suburban, seminatural, such as parks and golf courses, and core habitat, or undisturbed areas.
—Eve Bohnett, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
The new offerings come as fast food chains across the country continue to roll out new strategies to entice customers and double down on lower cost options.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
According to Industrie Africa, those hurdles included varying compliance capacity and origin-rule complexities, while the act’s periodic renewals created an atmosphere of uncertainty that complicated long-term pricing and fulfilment strategies for exporters.
—Ezreen Benissan, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
This evolving consumer preference is pushing cannabis companies to rethink product formulation strategies.
—Thomas Andersen, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2026
In these cases, certain tax relief strategies can play a more meaningful role, especially if your balance is growing due to penalties and interest.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Their metrics and editorial strategies are different.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026
Join us for our third CNBC Pro LIVE, where investors of all backgrounds — from financial professionals to everyday individuals — come together to cut through the noise and gain actionable strategies for smarter, more disciplined investing.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
This approach helps planners match conservation strategies to each setting, or transect zone – urban, suburban, seminatural, such as parks and golf courses, and core habitat, or undisturbed areas.
—Eve Bohnett, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
The new offerings come as fast food chains across the country continue to roll out new strategies to entice customers and double down on lower cost options.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
According to Industrie Africa, those hurdles included varying compliance capacity and origin-rule complexities, while the act’s periodic renewals created an atmosphere of uncertainty that complicated long-term pricing and fulfilment strategies for exporters.
—Ezreen Benissan, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2026
This evolving consumer preference is pushing cannabis companies to rethink product formulation strategies.
—Thomas Andersen, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2026
In these cases, certain tax relief strategies can play a more meaningful role, especially if your balance is growing due to penalties and interest.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Their metrics and editorial strategies are different.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strategies
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At the same time, the mission will test flight controllers and procedures needed to safely send astronauts back to the moon for long-duration stays as NASA makes plans for a future moon base.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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How does the new Coral Gables board game fit into the chamber’s plans?—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Failing to establish and maintain effective methods to identify and evaluate hazards related to retrieving, transporting, storing, and handling explosive ordnance, including grenades.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Geophysics experts also raise significant doubts about the methods behind the theory.—
Ryan Brennan
April 1,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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The call for ideas isn’t a professional design competition, or a solicitation of architectural blueprints, Laymon said.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
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That’s why the city released an eight-page pre-construction checklist along with the blueprints.—
Mark Dee
March 27,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Mar. 2026
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As Easter approaches, schools are once again asking children to decorate eggs, bonnets or themed crafts to mark the holiday.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Expect to see some scalper prices drop Tuesday as the concert’s start time approaches.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
30 Mar. 2026
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Some programs have built their identity on hard coaching or amassing the most talent possible, and while Campbell isn’t soft on his players, he’s opted to create a culture of joy that’s led to TCU signing Van Lith and Miles.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Mar. 2026
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House Republican lawmakers concluded that Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison were aware of billions in widespread fraud in the state’s social service programs, lied about their knowledge of fraud and retaliated against employees who tried to report it.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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In the kitchen, a fermentation chef uses preservation techniques to change the flavor profile of bitter ingredients to sour or sweet.—
John Leos,
AZCentral.com,
29 Mar. 2026
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North of Manila, Pampanga is referred to as the culinary heartland of the Philippines, offering unrivaled food experiences that marry indigenous cooking techniques and foreign influences.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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Over the past decade, United States Attorney’s Offices in New York City, Boston and Philadelphia have charged dozens of individuals in corruption and fraud schemes involving college coaches, players and athletic department personnel.—
Robert L. Boone,
Sportico.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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The company described cargo theft as a growing issue marked by increasing sophistication in the schemes used by criminals.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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Position has broad authority for applying project management methodologies and services to ensure successful business results.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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Jeff co-created the Competing Values Framework and developed the Innovation Code and Innovation Genome methodologies which provide organizations with practical tools to reconcile competing priorities and drive breakthrough performance.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Strategies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strategies. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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