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planning

[plan-ing] / ˈplæn ɪŋ /
NOUN
preparation
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The decision rebukes federal regulators who approved the deal, with Nexstar planning an appeal to strengthen local stations.

From Barron's • Apr. 18, 2026

Now she’s planning for a legacy brand she hopes will outlive her.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

So far, I’ve managed to do some prepublication interviews without too much trouble, and I’m planning to use a microphone anytime I speak to a crowd.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

"I need to do the meal planning, washing, ironing. That's another mum-wife job that I do at the weekend to make sure the weeks run smoothly."

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

I should be planning a speech—something that will express my jumbled feelings and bring closure.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller