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programming

[proh-gram-ing, -gruh-ming] / ˈproʊ græm ɪŋ, -grə mɪŋ /
NOUN
computer science
Synonyms
STRONGEST
artificial intelligence computer technology data processing information technology robotics
WEAK
computer-aided learning computer-aided testing cybernetics information retrieval natural language processing neural networks operating systems programming languages simulation systems analysis

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It alleged the merger would dramatically tilt the pay-TV playing field, forcing DirecTV to pay dramatically higher fees for the rights to carry Nexstar-Tegna station programming, including local news and NFL football.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

“For nearly thirty years, Nexstar has provided free over-the-air access to all its broadcast stations — local news, weather, and community-focused programming alongside major network programming,” Nexstar said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The company later moved into producing its own programming, eating into Hollywood's traditional business with feature length films, and traditional television's territory with series ranging from Bridgerton to KPop Demon Hunters.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Featuring programming from WSJ Opinion’s new Free Expression franchise, WSJ Opinion Live brought WSJ columnists and influential thought leaders together to examine where the nation stood and what lay ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

And he was hoping to go to community college part-time to learn computer programming.

From "Crenshaw" by Katherine Applegate

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