prearranged

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Some of the sales were prearranged under plans that allow executives to sell stock automatically at specific times or share prices without making in-the-moment decisions that could leave them open to allegations of improper trading.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Some participants used prearranged signals, such as specific in and out sniffing patterns, to indicate that they heard the sounds and were actively working on the puzzles within their dreams.

From Science Daily • Feb. 15, 2026

We imagine ourselves influencing the story, but mostly we are participating in a prearranged rhythm, following cues we barely notice.

From Salon • Aug. 28, 2025

The prearranged bankruptcy will allow both Amsurg and Envision to continue operating under the ownership of their creditors, who will take over once the latter emerges from bankruptcy in the fall.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2023

Bobby wanted Fridrik to bring a copy of the Kasparov–Karpov game that he’d claimed for years was prearranged, so they could discuss it and play it over on Bobby’s pocket set.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady