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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
Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Starbucks, however, said about 170 Starbucks locations did not open as planned on Tuesday, Christmas Eve.
—Kate Gibson, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2024
Condo conversions also are planned in cities such as Hollywood and Dania Beach.
—Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Mangione methodically planned the killing for months in an attempt to spark debate over insurance industry practices, federal prosecutors said in a statement.
—John Bacon, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
About 170 Starbucks stores did not open Tuesday as planned, representing about 2% of stores nationwide, company spokesperson Phil Gee told IndyStar in a statement.
—Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Here's a look at what some of the national chains have planned for this week.
—Amaris Encinas, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Convenience centers are tentatively planned to open Saturday.
—Craig Shoup, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
President Biden planned to sign it into law later Saturday.
—Melissa Goldin, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
Verb
More than 400 locations are planned for the next few years, according to the release.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Starbucks, however, said about 170 Starbucks locations did not open as planned on Tuesday, Christmas Eve.
—Kate Gibson, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2024
Condo conversions also are planned in cities such as Hollywood and Dania Beach.
—Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Mangione methodically planned the killing for months in an attempt to spark debate over insurance industry practices, federal prosecutors said in a statement.
—John Bacon, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
About 170 Starbucks stores did not open Tuesday as planned, representing about 2% of stores nationwide, company spokesperson Phil Gee told IndyStar in a statement.
—Alysa Guffey, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Here's a look at what some of the national chains have planned for this week.
—Amaris Encinas, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Convenience centers are tentatively planned to open Saturday.
—Craig Shoup, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
President Biden planned to sign it into law later Saturday.
—Melissa Goldin, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for planned
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This week marks the highly anticipated returns of Squid Game and What If…?Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 21 Dec. 2024
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Price & Availability From December 20th, the highly anticipated BLUETTI Handsfree Series is available at a special early bird price on the BLUETTI website: Handsfree 1 Backpack Power Station is now just A$599, or opt for the Handsfree 1 + PV120D 120W solar panel for as low as A$928.New Atlas, New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2024
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This content is not, nor is intended to be, trading or investment advice or a recommendation that any investment product or strategy is suitable for any person.JJ Kinahan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The festival, held annually in Newport, Rhode Island, since 1959, was primarily intended to promote traditional, rural and regional styles.Grant Wong, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
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There is no sense in which My Lady Jane is intended as an accurate historical portrayal of 16th century England; the deliberate anachronisms alone are a testament to that, not to mention the constant presence of magic.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
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Forensic tools can recover data from smartphones that detect changes in a phone’s orientation, screen activation and proximity to other devices, all of which can contribute to understanding whether an action was deliberate, incidental or automated.Lars Daniel, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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Along with these crimson accessories, the actor prepared for her next performance with a venti-sized coffee and cell phone in hand, and also protected herself from the cold with a short charcoal gray coat and unexpected barrel jeans in a mustard tone.María Munsuri, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
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The weekly meal service, to launch in January, will offer breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack options prepared by professional chefs.Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
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Filed in court on Friday with the California Civil Rights department, Lively’s legal complaint also lists accusations of retaliation, negligence, breach of contract, and intentional infliction of emotional distress among other claims.Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 21 Dec. 2024
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There does seem to be a softer, feminine theme emerging in her style choices this year that may or may not be intentional.Monique Jessen, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Mount Pisgah Lutheran was first organized in 1837.Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Anderson shop organized under Starbucks Workers United last summer.Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
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Culkin contemplated purchasing the home himself earlier this month.Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 21 Dec. 2024
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Afterward, the couple contemplated consummating their engagement.Abigail Adams, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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This time around, Meghan ditched the trailing over-skirt, the fussy updo, and the pointy shoes for a take that felt cooler and more modern—as well as commendably conscious.Kerry McDermott, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024
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To the conscious world, the former increasingly feels like the largest inconvenience of these examples, leaving many to question and critique its relevance—the first step in disrupting this dynamic.Akilah Sailers, Essence, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Planned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/planned. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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