projects 1 of 2

noun

Definition of projectsnext
plural of project
as in plans
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective an ambitious project to develop the city's waterfront

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projects

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of project
1
as in protrudes
to extend outward beyond a usual point some boulders projected dangerously out above the trail

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2
as in designs
to work out the details of (something) in advance we must project next year's budget now

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for projects
  1. plans
  2. strategies
  3. pokes
Verb
  • Netflix plans to stream two NFL games on Christmas Day, as the Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers go head-to-head before the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
    Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 17 Nov. 2024
  • In addition, Starbucks plans to bring back condiment bars, a move aimed at reducing barista workload.
    Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of plans
Noun
  • These insights can inform landlords’ strategies to adapt vacant space accordingly and market it more effectively to prospective tenants in the market.
    Ryan Masiello, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • With the right strategies in place, nonprofits can reduce attrition rates, boost donor retention and ultimately increase the long-term success of their fundraising efforts, making a lasting impact on the world.
    Raviraj Hegde, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of strategies
Verb
  • Loose threads that fly about vigorously in the wind decorate almost every garment, the inside lining often pokes out in random places, and cutoff sleeves are repositioned as dress pockets.
    Denni Hu, WWD, 9 Oct. 2024
  • Ellen pokes her head out from behind a door as her friends grow impatient.
    Scottie Andrew, CNN, 6 Oct. 2024
Definition of pokes
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projections

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projet

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“Projects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/projects. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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