plan B

or Plan B

noun

1. a strategy or plan to be implemented if the original one proves impracticable or unsuccessful.

Word History and Origins

Origin of plan B¹

First recorded in 1975–80; from the assumption that the original plan is “plan A”

Example Sentences

Studies have repeatedly shown that Plan B ok “does not inhibit implantation.”

From The Daily Beast

Plan B is taking two birth control pills in the morning and two in the evening.

From The Daily Beast

Inaccurate label notwithstanding, Plan B is classified by the FDA as a contraceptive.

From The Daily Beast

While campaigning in South Carolina on Tuesday, Paul was asked if Plan B should be legal.

From The Daily Beast

[When] the diplomacy culminated in April, there was no Plan B.

From The Daily Beast

"I should say that Plan B was the best choice," he said at last.

From Project Gutenberg

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