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 duo were among the first adopters of dermatological procedures such as injectables, lasers and other modalities — experience Frank lauded in an interview.
    James Manso, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The formula Medicare uses to calculate physician reimbursment pays specialists who perform procedures more than primary care providers who focus on keeping people healthy.
    Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of procedures
Noun
  • Other governors encouraged their peers to meet this moment offensively through their agendas.
    Isabella Murray, ABC News, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Leaders can achieve this by sharing agendas ahead of meetings, allowing time for preparation, and setting clear expectations for participation.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of agendas
Noun
  • Alternatively, personalized treatment strategies not only meet individual needs but also maximize the valuable window of time required for effective intervention.
    Sharief Taraman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • But hospitals shouldn’t expect labor to improve without tweaking their recruitment strategies, industry analysts say.
    Bruce Japsen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of strategies
Noun
  • That means the new 119th Congress, sworn in January 2025, could vote to reverse any of Biden’s policies enacted after about the beginning of August 2024, with a simple majority.
    Dipka Bhambhani, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • China is reportedly kicking off its annual economic work conference on Wednesday to outline its economic policies and growth targets for next year.
    Anniek Bao, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of policies
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
  • The internet has fallen head-over-heels for a dog who discovered the joy of advent calendars—and the pain of only getting one treat a day.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Digital Security and Identity Theft in Estate Planning Identity theft and data breaches not only compromise personal information but also expose sensitive details, such as calendars and travel plans, that can put clients at risk.
    Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of calendars
Noun
  • But this year, hospitals and health systems are seeing turnover of health professionals plummet.
    Bruce Japsen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Deep learning and artificial intelligence continue to push our ideas of what’s possible, and expand the capabilities of digital systems housed on electronic hardware.
    John Werner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of systems
Verb
  • Unfettered creativity promises that the films in this section will shape the greater next wave in global cinema.
    Dominic Patten, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The series promises to blend action, romance and comedy elements within its zombie apocalypse framework.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of promises
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