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
  • Her expertise is in the areas of anti-aging procedures and skin cancer treatment.
    Claire Sullivan, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
  • In addition to the performance standards to reduce air pollution from new facilities, the measure lays out procedures for states that will submit to the EPA implementation plans for existing wells to curtail methane emissions.
    Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of procedures
Noun
  • Unfortunately, most American parades have lost their artistry and creative spirit due to the influence of commerce, religion and political agendas.
    Sharene Shariatzadeh, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2024
  • No matter what happens, financiers are unlikely to be able to evade the topic, as nature is becoming more prominent in corporate and government agendas, said John Bromley, managing director of clean energy strategy and investments at Legal & General Group Plc.
    Sydney Lake, Fortune Europe, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of agendas
Noun
  • Data sets, like those published by WBA, help to illuminate the shortfalls and opportunities for many of the industry’s largest and most influential companies to improve short, medium and long-term strategies for nature restoration and accounting of their impact.
    Amy Nguyen, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Embracing multi-generational strategies, diversifying investment options, and personalizing philanthropic guidance allows wealth managers to create meaningful connections that bridge the gap between young and older clients.
    April Rudin, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of strategies
Noun
  • As these programs continue to gain momentum, the debate about these policies continues.
    Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This requires understanding how to navigate international institutions, regulations and policies to support global development goals and objectives.
    Majeed Javdani, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of policies
Verb
  • Target plans to be the destination of choice for shoppers looking for Wicked merchandise this holiday season.
    Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Lan, 27, also plans to vote for Harris because of the vice president's plans to protect the environment.
    Tamia Fowlkes, Journal Sentinel, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of plans
Noun
  • And then whip out the calendars and start to make a plan.
    R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Time may feel abundant right now, but calendars fill up fast.
    R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of calendars
Noun
  • The eruption, called a coronal mass ejection, prompted the federal government's Space Weather Prediction Center in Colorado to issue a geomagnetic storm watch for Friday, Saturday and Sunday to alert people about potential disruptions to navigation, power and radio systems.
    Alex Sundby, CBS News, 4 Oct. 2024
  • However, fans should see significant differences in the combat systems and other game areas.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of systems
Verb
  • This futuristic technology promises companies a new level of defense against hackers, right?
    Cathy Ross, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The Masquerade Ball, also known as an adult prom, that promises dancing to the music of Roughouse.
    Domenica Bongiovanni, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of promises
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