planning

American  

[plan-ing] / ˈplæn ɪŋ /

noun

1. the act or process of making a plan or plans.

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Etymology

Origin of planning

First recorded in 1740–50; plan + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

It was planning an additional price increase this winter, but after the U.S. excluded raw coffee from tariffs, the company canceled that price increase.

From The Wall Street Journal

Lord Mandelson's lawyers said police officers arrested the former ambassador to the US at his London home on Monday because of a "baseless" suggestion he was planning to "take up permanent residence abroad".

From BBC

While AI isn’t a major factor in day-to-day production currently, it is being used in back-office functions such as demand planning and route management, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Plant-based diets can still be healthy choices, but they may require careful planning and, in some cases, supplementation to ensure nutritional adequacy, particularly in later life.

From Science Daily

He drives the players, meticulously planning, and while Villa's performances have not been exceptional this season, they have found ways to win consistently.

From BBC

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