programs

NOUN

agenda, list

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bill business curriculum plan schedule

STRONG

affairs appointments arrangements bulletin calendar card catalog chores details docket happenings index lineup listing meetings memoranda plans preparations record slate syllabus timetable

WEAK

necessary acts order of business order of events order of the day series of events things to do

NOUN

scheme, plan

Synonyms

STRONGEST

course policy procedure project

STRONG

design instructions line order polity sequence

WEAK

plan of action

NOUN

performance in medium

Synonyms

STRONGEST

production show

STRONG

broadcast presentation

VERB

plan out; supply instructions

Synonyms

STRONGEST

compute prioritize register set up

STRONG

arrange bill book budget calculate compile design draft edit engage enter estimate feed figure formulate itemize list poll prearrange process schedule set slate

WEAK

get on line lay on lay out line up map out pencil in work out

Antonyms

STRONG

cancel disorder disorganize disperse forget let go scatter

WEAK

neglect

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programs

Progress in reducing the workforce has so far been slow, with the company relying on early retirement programs and voluntary layoffs to keep peace with the union.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026

All of these titles were chosen based on parental and guardians’ reports of the subjects’ favorite programs.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 13, 2026

Related: ‘We’re worried the honey pot will run dry’: Does the government borrow from my Social Security to fund federal programs?

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 13, 2026

According to the researchers, the findings could help governments and health organizations create prevention programs that better match the needs of their own populations.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 13, 2026

Though some psi studies continue today, most major universities have ended their programs due to inconsistent findings, lack of usefulness, or outright fraud.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock