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course of action n.
plot, maneuver to get result n.

NOUN

course of action

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrangement blueprint design device game plan pattern plan program project proposal strategy system theory

STRONG

chart codification contrivance diagram disposition draft expedient layout order ordering outline presentation proposition purpose schedule schema suggestion tactics

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disorder disorganization

NOUN

plot, maneuver to get result

Synonyms

STRONGEST

action conspiracy game plan ploy practice scenario

STRONG

angle brainchild cabal dodge frame-up game gimmick hookup hustle hype intrigue layout machination picture pitch proposition ruse scene setup shift story stratagem subterfuge tactics trick twist

WEAK

covin put-up job

Antonyms

STRONG

honesty

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schemes

Atherton, who is a filmmaker, author, and social campaigner, called schemes like this "life-changing".

From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026

Amid the rising cost of living, schemes like these have the potential to offset the burden of small costs that can feel increasingly expensive.

From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026

He kicks balls with his left foot, which requires long snappers to make an adjustment and change blocking schemes because most kickers use their right foot.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026

The results indicate that pollinator-friendly planting schemes may need to consider more than simply providing large numbers of flowers.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 19, 2026

“We know the schemes of the schemers,” he told Rowan and Citra as he negotiated a jelly donut.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman