planned
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of planned
First recorded in 1725–30; plan ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Vocabulary lists containing planned
Example Sentences
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The other Phase 3 volrustomig trials will continue as planned in cervical cancer, head and neck squamous cell carcinoma and mesothelioma.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
Australian authorities had initially planned a nationwide gun buyback, though plans have been delayed over funding and how it would be implemented.
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
The official notice announcing the planned purchase describe the equipment as “a Conductive Distraction and De-escalation Device,” but let’s call it what it is:
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2026
It said it had made offers to change staff conditions and that talks were planned in September.
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
I hope whatever Babs has planned makes her feel less sad.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
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