programs 1 of 2

noun

Definition of programsnext
plural of program
1
as in schedules
a listing of things to be presented or considered (as at a concert or play) the program will tell us the scheduled order of musical numbers

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Relevance
2
as in plans
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective we need to come up with a program to deal with kids skipping school

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3
as in procedures
a way of acting or proceeding recommends a program of regular dental checkups

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programs

2 of 2

verb

variants also programmes
present tense third-person singular of program
as in schemes

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for programs
  1. procedures
  2. agendas
  3. strategies
  4. policies
  5. plans
  6. calendars
  7. systems
  8. promises
Noun
  • The commission started infringement procedures against those countries.
    Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Leicester won their appeal against the charge but the threat still lingers, as does the recrimination over that relegation, which has added to the fan discontent over some club decisions such as ticket prices and season ticket procedures.
    Rob Tanner, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of procedures
Noun
  • To an extent, all news outlets push agendas.
    Mike Mcgrew, Baltimore Sun, 22 Dec. 2024
  • The regulatory agendas of agencies previously eliminated, such as the Civil Aeronautics Board, migrated elsewhere.
    Clyde Wayne Crews Jr., Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of agendas
Noun
  • But how can these leaders change that situation and get the best out of their AI strategies, with all employees on board?
    Kolawole Samuel Adebayo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Hansen suggested that practicing mindfulness strategies can help determine whether social media is causing stress or fostering connection.
    Peter Suciu, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of strategies
Noun
  • The terrorism charge, under New York law, can be applied if the act is intended to intimidate or coerce a civilian population or influence government policies.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The Wisconsin Muslim nonprofit has advocated for mental health policies that prioritize culturally competent counseling services.
    Natalie Eilbert, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of policies
Verb
  • In the spirit of giving, new Mets outfielder Juan Soto plans to give some of the $765 million back to members of the community in New York and the Dominican Republic.
    Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Employee education, gap analysis, vulnerability assessment, threat mitigation, and having up-to-date resilience plans to react to incidents are all part of this watchful approach.
    Chuck Brooks, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of plans
Noun
  • The reason the two don't always sync—and sometime coincidentally do—is based on the two different calendars.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Part of the reason for the lack of Hanukkah in 3031—beyond the different calendars—is the fact that an extra month is added to the Jewish calendar during a Jewish leap year.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of calendars
Noun
  • Design engineer Callie Gillespie tells Robb Report that the craft features larger trim tab systems that deploy further downwards to create a wave that billows out from behind.
    Jaclyn Trop, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This grant will be housed at George Mason University and focus on undergraduate and graduate research in artificial intelligence and autonomous systems security, secure cyber-physical systems and critical infrastructure, next-generation wireless networks, and cybersecurity for smart manufacturing.
    Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of systems
Verb
  • From Billy Joel and Justin Timberlake to Shakira, the year promises something for every music fan.
    Elissa Robinson, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
  • His approach promises a more collaborative regulatory framework, fostering innovation rather than suppressing it.
    Leeor Shimron, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of promises
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