master plan

noun

Definition of master plannext
as in plan
a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective my neighbor assured me that the wisdom of his master plan for his yard would be apparent once everything was finished

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Recent Examples of master plan The Chinese government steadily followed a 20-year EV master plan — and executed it with remarkable discipline and patience. — Philipp Kampshoff, Fortune, 30 July 2026 In 2024, city officials agreed to pay Sasaki up to $750,000 to develop a master plan for the 30 Crossing park. — Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 22 July 2026 The update of SeaWorld’s existing master plan, which dates to 2002, allows for up to 60 fireworks shows a year. — Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2026 Future phases of the master plan community include a Home2Suites by Hilton, retail, restaurants and other commercial opportunities. — Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for master plan
Recent Examples of Synonyms for master plan
  1. plan
  2. strategy
  3. blueprint
  4. program
  5. scheme
  6. project
Noun
  • Nuclear expansion could drive demand The expected increase in demand is linked in part to US plans to expand domestic nuclear power.
    — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2026
  • If friends tug you into big plans, leave room for edits and ask for feedback tomorrow, since a pause protects your clever mood.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of plan
Noun
  • Both of those strategies are very reasonable and appropriate and even data-driven.
    — Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 5 Aug. 2026
  • At the same time, the term won't be so long as to prevent a savings strategy shift as soon as next summer.
    — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of strategy
Noun
  • This blueprint needs to be built around three fundamental pillars.
    — Michael Posner, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • In 1944, President Franklin Roosevelt asked Bush to develop a blueprint for how science could contribute to national health, economic prosperity and job creation after the war.
    — H. Christopher Frey, The Conversation, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of blueprint
Noun
  • China has been in the midst of an aggressive submarine-building program in recent years.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The new law prohibits drugmakers from restricting the number or types of pharmacies that hospitals and other providers can contract with to dispense medications to their patients through a federal program called the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
    — Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of program
Noun
  • New lighting and wall labels, redesigned layouts, and the introduction of new services are all aimed at enhancing the visitor experience, while the Uffizi will protect its treasures through improved conservation and security schemes.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Taylor Farms alleges that Brian Thune confessed to the scheme in a March 16 phone call with company officials and again confessed and apologized for his actions in an April 8 voicemail to Taylor Farms Chief Executive Officer Bruce Taylor.
    — James Powel, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of scheme
Noun
  • The project has transformed the Burchardi Church, which was left largely in ruins before money was raised for a new roof and other fixes to make the piece a reality.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Cate Hall is the CEO of Astera Institute, a private foundation that supports high-leverage science and technology projects.
    — Big Think, Big Think, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of project

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