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plans

  • plural
    of plan.
    plan
    noun
    a scheme or method of acting, doing, proceeding, making, etc., developed in advance.
  • present tense form
    of plan (3rd person singular).
    plan
    noun
    a scheme or method of acting, doing, proceeding, making, etc., developed in advance.

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While it is expected to stand pat after last month's hike, its post-meeting statement and comments from boss Kevin Warsh will be pored over for clues about its future plans.

From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026

The Wildlife Trusts and Northumberland Wildlife Trust are looking to acquire the 9,500-acre Rothbury Estate in its entirety as part of plans boost wildlife, restore bogs and promote nature-friendly farming.

From BBC ● Oct. 27, 2026

The U.S. military plans to buy millions of drones in the coming years as it adapts to modern warfare.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026

It also plans to introduce 24/7 trading for some stocks, pending regulatory review.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 27, 2026

Because I’ll tell you something else about myself: I believe good plans are the best way to maximize fun, avoid disaster, and, possibly, save the world.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan