plan B

Example Sentences

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But after she and a colleague were denied raises in 2020, the final setback in a string of frustrations, she started looking for a plan B.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

"There was no plan B, there was no other thing, it was just tunnel vision to win that medal," he says.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

"I think he is another outlet. Chelsea now have a plan B if they want to use it and that could be an option."

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

For that reason, you should have a plan A, plan B and plan C, and write down the pros and cons of each one.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 21, 2026

We change plans, go to plan B, interrupt conversations, go back on promises depending on his moods, his whims, his needs.

From "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio