game plan
Example Sentences
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Instead of listing three defensive keys before the game, coaches whittled the game plan to one focus: multiple efforts.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026
“They approached it financially. ... They understood the regulatory environment here and abroad in the EU. And they had a game plan for every aspect.”
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026
Despite their struggles in the league under Postecoglou, the Australian's attacking style at least provided entertainment for long-suffering fans, in contrast to Frank's dour defensive game plan.
From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026
And Byrne has already drawn up his game plan for whether he’ll be sipping wine over a prix fixe menu or knocking back beers in front of the television.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026
"Our game plan is this, Mr. McSouthers. We give no answer. No answer at all. Our duty is to protect Westing's ex-wife."
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
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