planning
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of planning
Explanation
You can use the noun planning to talk about the process of making a plan. Your elaborate tree house project will require hours of planning before you hammer a single nail into a piece of wood. Planning is the act of getting ready for something to happen — you might find that the planning for the prom and the excitement it brings is as fun as the event itself. During planning for any event, you figure out what things you will need, how long it will take, and what you will do if anything goes wrong. For a cook, planning might include finding and measuring all ingredients, gathering the pots and pans they will need, even checking that the stove works!
Example Sentences
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Microsoft said the program was “time-limited” and would provide eligible employees with financial support and career planning resources.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
For most people in their 40s, tax planning can generate the highest returns for retirement.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 26, 2026
State officials said their planning will ensure a secure election, even without help from CISA.
From Salon ● Oct. 26, 2026
And so there was one extra thing to get straightened out this week: planning for his funeral, which was to be held the following weekend.
From Slate ● Oct. 26, 2026
But all the while, the homesick robot was secretly planning her escape.
From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown
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