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planning

[plan-ing] / ˈplæn ɪŋ /
NOUN
preparation
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If we want autonomous mobility to deliver on its promise—affordable, reliable, emissions-free transportation—we need coordinated planning among technology companies, utilities, regulators and cities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Craig Hammond, who runs a butchers in Matfield, said he was planning to close on Thursday, saying it was impossible to stay open for "hygiene reasons."

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Rising space activity benefits new space stocks, with SpaceX valued at $1.3 trillion and planning a $75 billion IPO.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

As part of retirement planning, healthcare expenses continue to rise; a 65-year-old retiring in 2025 could expect to spend an average of $172,500 on healthcare expenses throughout their retirement, according to Fidelity Investments.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

She was tired, to be sure, but there was still a great deal of plotting and planning to do regarding this séance, and scant time in which to do it.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood