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planning

[plan-ing] / ˈplæn ɪŋ /
NOUN
preparation
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“Long-term-care planning should not only focus on the parent’s needs,” she said.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Instead, he has been starting new ones — and is apparently planning to start others.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

Both companies are heavily invested in AI, with SpaceX planning orbital data centers and Tesla building robo-taxis, and plan further strategic collaboration.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

"Children's homes continue to offer a compelling alternative to traditional buy-to-lets," argues one middleman who markets his ability to secure the required planning permission on Instagram.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

As soon as he was back home, Dr. Kane started planning a return trip to the frozen north.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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