plural planners
1
: a person who plans something
a party planner
a careful planner
often
: one whose job is to create a comprehensive or systematic plan or design within a particular field or for a particular project
… the thrust of the book is not location theory or regional economic development, but rather the nuts and bolts of concern to government planners and local chambers of commerce. —
Edward Malecki
Edward Malecki While most planners agree that there is enough water in Arizona to support the people currently living there, the allocation and use of water in the Phoenix area is a vital issue for residents … —Charles Sargent
Charles Sargent We talked to our financial planner about how to save enough money for retirement.
2
: something (such as a device, program, or notebook) that provides a schedule and is used for planning activities, travels, etc.
an online trip planner
a monthly/daily planner
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This sleek standing has a spacious top for computer monitors, notebooks, planners, and organizers.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 23 Feb. 2025
In the spring of 2021, Patel was approached by the principal of Eastern Hills High School in Fort Worth ISD, who was looking to buy planners, notepads and flash drives for the school, according to court documents.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Feb. 2025
For individuals, working with financial advisors, tax professionals and estate planners ensures a holistic approach to wealth management.
—Diane Deoliveira, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
These accounts, which are only available to workers enrolled in high-deductible health plans, are a favorite among financial planners, who view them as a powerful retirement savings tool.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2025
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Shea Simmons, People.com, 23 Feb. 2025
In the spring of 2021, Patel was approached by the principal of Eastern Hills High School in Fort Worth ISD, who was looking to buy planners, notepads and flash drives for the school, according to court documents.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Feb. 2025
For individuals, working with financial advisors, tax professionals and estate planners ensures a holistic approach to wealth management.
—Diane Deoliveira, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
These accounts, which are only available to workers enrolled in high-deductible health plans, are a favorite among financial planners, who view them as a powerful retirement savings tool.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for planner
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“Planner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/planner. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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