battle plan
Americannoun
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the strategy to be used in a military engagement.
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the plan for accomplishing a goal or dealing with a problem or difficult situation.
the president's battle plan for getting his legislation through Congress.
Example Sentences
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He has lost count of the legal pads he has filled designing his own battle plan against the screwworm.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
“There was a master battle plan — and it was extremely disciplined,” said one auction insider who was not authorized to comment publicly.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2026
If five-star service is the result of an impeccably executed battle plan, she’s the general The Bear needs.
From Salon ● Jun. 26, 2025
The protection of civilians is a legal requirement in a battle plan.
From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2025
“Apparently the battle plan is clear,” Ignatius said when no questions were forthcoming.
From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole
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