timetables

plural of timetable
as in schedules
a listing of things to be presented or considered (as at a concert or play) checked the timetable of events to see if I'd be able to get something to eat beforehand

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Recent Examples of timetables The next thing to be mindful of is the country’s schedule, from the timetables for ferries to the opening hours of restaurants, tourist and archaeological sites, and even whole islands. — Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026 Pro athletes are also on the road a lot, left alone in empty hotel rooms with time on their hands, perhaps unable to form normal romantic relationships because of their hectic timetables. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2026 Although that remains a future promise, the more immediate change is already visible on timetables. — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 The Pentagon’s rush to plug shortfalls has sparked a bonanza among incumbent military contractors and new defense startups, which are repurposing components from fracking, autos, and pharma to shorten production timetables. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2026 While uncertainty lingers over improvements and timetables at LAX, the county’s second-busiest airport is on the brink of big changes. — Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026 The Everblog FridgeCal is a large-format tablet that attaches to the refrigerator door via powerful magnet, designed to keep everything in one place – appointments, birthdays, grocery lists, meal plans, chore timetables and even family photos. — New Atlas, 7 July 2026 Governments across Europe have taken precautionary measures, including cancelling some public events, while some schools have closed or modified their timetables. — Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 23 June 2026 Given California’s ludicrous mail-in voting timetables, Tuesday’s results might not be known for weeks. — The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for timetables
Noun
  • When clients or surrogates travel to California for important medical milestones, Tang and Sonnenberg are often there themselves—arranging schedules, accompanying appointments, and ensuring that days defined by medicine retain a sense of humanity.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Again, the questions that the committee wants answers to, evaluating different schedules and conferences, are all valuable and important debates.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Today chaos gives bad people the opportunity to advance their own nefarious agendas with little regards for the American people.
    — Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The best agendas include a few non-serious questions too, maybe even a joke.
    — Leslie John, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Muse will also soon be able to operate apps on Mac computers on a user’s behalf, building on its current ability to manage files, messages and calendars.
    — Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Macy’s has unveiled its lineup of official advent calendars for 2026, with three gift-worthy options inspired by the iconic department store and beloved Christmas destination.
    — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026

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“Timetables.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/timetables. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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