game plan
Americannoun
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a carefully thought-out strategy or course of action, as in politics, business, or one's personal affairs.
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Sports. the overall strategy of a team for winning a specific game.
noun
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a strategy
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a plan of campaign, esp in politics
Etymology
Origin of game plan
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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They can help you evaluate your financial situation and build a solid game plan for other “what-if” scenarios.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 2026
“This year, especially, I feel like we’re focusing on talking about game plan and sequencing, because I feel healthy right now,” Sasaki said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Cronin’s previous outing was “Evil Dead Rise,” a sequel heavily devoted to the gooey game plan mapped out by Fede Alvarez’s 2013 rethink of Sam Raimi’s gross-out comedies.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
"You feel for Arbeloa - his game plan was excellent, but a couple of moments cost Real Madrid."
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
I'm gonna make a game plan and go with it.
From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon
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