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as in designed
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as in anticipated
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as in prepared
to work out the details of (something) in advance
we planned the school dance down to the smallest detail
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as in intended
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
I plan to have a party for my birthday, even if I have to throw it myself
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Recent Examples of planned
CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
Asked how the state planned to boost EV sales by 33% in model year 2026, the governor’s office replied with a statement focused on gains to date.
—Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Mangione’s attorney said his client planned to plead not guilty to the Pennsylvania charges and not guilty to the murder charge in New York.
—Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
For the travel industry, 2024 was the year when live tourism exploded as an irrepressible economy mover, as millions of travelers planned trips around music concerts, sports events and natural phenomena like solar eclipses and meteor showers.
—Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Minister Paulo Pimenta, from the Secretariat of Communication, said that the procedure took place as planned, as reported by Brazilian news site JOTA.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Though the state covered payments to guest lecturers, the Sheriff’s Department designed the curriculum and planned the speakers.
—Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
At the end of the holiday season, the company will recover, reuse or recycle all elements involved into the Christmas installations and has pledged to revamp the fountain of the central Piazza Fontana square, with renovation works planned to start in spring 2025.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 27 Nov. 2024
Even so, fewer than 10% of the organizations planned to scale back their DEI commitments over the next three years.
—Jessica Guynn, USA TODAY, 26 Nov. 2024
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The Onion had planned to kick Jones out and relaunch Infowars in January as a parody.
—CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
Asked how the state planned to boost EV sales by 33% in model year 2026, the governor’s office replied with a statement focused on gains to date.
—Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Mangione’s attorney said his client planned to plead not guilty to the Pennsylvania charges and not guilty to the murder charge in New York.
—Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
For the travel industry, 2024 was the year when live tourism exploded as an irrepressible economy mover, as millions of travelers planned trips around music concerts, sports events and natural phenomena like solar eclipses and meteor showers.
—Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Minister Paulo Pimenta, from the Secretariat of Communication, said that the procedure took place as planned, as reported by Brazilian news site JOTA.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Though the state covered payments to guest lecturers, the Sheriff’s Department designed the curriculum and planned the speakers.
—Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
At the end of the holiday season, the company will recover, reuse or recycle all elements involved into the Christmas installations and has pledged to revamp the fountain of the central Piazza Fontana square, with renovation works planned to start in spring 2025.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 27 Nov. 2024
Even so, fewer than 10% of the organizations planned to scale back their DEI commitments over the next three years.
—Jessica Guynn, USA TODAY, 26 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for planned
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Although the original and major priority is the bear population, it’s not lost on Sheahan that by supporting the bear, the department is also supporting and bringing anticipated opportunities to the sportsman.Jacob Mathews | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 9 Dec. 2024
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An estimated 100,000 people rally around South Korea's parliament in Seoul, South Korea, on Dec. 7, 2024, awaiting an anticipated vote on the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol.Ann Scott Tyson, The Christian Science Monitor, 9 Dec. 2024
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On film, in fashion and music, and in other forms of entertainment, the representation of Western culture continues to, pun intended, stampede into mainstream media.Marc Berman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The opinions expressed in this article are not intended to replace any professional or expert accounting and/or tax advice whatsoever.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Speaking with Variety, Screwvala explained how RSVP emerged from a deliberate pause after his UTV exit.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
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This deliberate approach can ensure that your practice remains effective, accessible and dependable.Jeffrey Wessler, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Plenty of our Actors on Actors subjects did their homework this time around — but Selena Gomez may win the prize for most prepared.Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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Before deciding to play this game, ensure that your company is not only prepared to compete but is also equipped to be a valuable player in the investor’s portfolio.Cody Slach, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Under New York state law, second-degree murder is a charge of intentional murder, said Anna G. Cominsky, a professor at the New York Law School and director of its criminal defense clinic.Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Transitioning from the office to a fully remote work environment requires thoughtful planning and intentional adjustments.Sho Dewan, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Despite the heavy-hitting lineup, none of the above felt remotely corporate, overly earnest, or organized within an inch of its life, as so many charity events are.Vogue, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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The program is organized by European Film Promotion and is supported by Creative Europe’s MEDIA Programme of the European Union.Leo Barraclough, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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However, such a step is contemplated by four countries, for the Taliban’s violations of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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With both Liv and Nia laid out, Tiffany Stratton pulled out her Money in the Bank briefcase and contemplated a cash-in.Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Soft Goat Cashmere Soft Goat delivers on both conscious and affordable investment pieces with a plush feel.Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
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Anonymous Content is still seeking international expansion but is conscious of the state of the economy.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Planned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/planned. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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