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 developer got the final go-ahead for Sunset Place from the South Miami City Commission after the city’s planning board unanimously voted in favor and recommended approval of the master plan in September.
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Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
The design duo will be paid $500,000 for the master plan project at The Banks.
—Sydney Franklin, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
This park is currently undeveloped, and a master plan is in process.
—John Tuohy, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
There are two shots of what appears to be the famous Trojan Horse — Odysseus’ master plan to sneak Greek soldiers into Troy, massacre the soldiers and sack the city to win the war.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 1 July 2025
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Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
The design duo will be paid $500,000 for the master plan project at The Banks.
—Sydney Franklin, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025
This park is currently undeveloped, and a master plan is in process.
—John Tuohy, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
There are two shots of what appears to be the famous Trojan Horse — Odysseus’ master plan to sneak Greek soldiers into Troy, massacre the soldiers and sack the city to win the war.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for master plan
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Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Chief Chris Bailey announced an effort to create his department's new strategic plan in April.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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As Syria grapples with sectarian clashes in the south and Israeli airstrikes in Damascus, Saudi Arabia is pushing forward with plans to engage economically.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
23 July 2025
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Neither the city's Office of Public Health and Safety nor the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department agreed to requests for interviews about the situation on Leonard Street and the city's evolving strategy for managing homeless camps.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
26 July 2025
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From advanced smart textiles to resilient sourcing strategies, the region’s manufacturers are pushing forward—despite an increasingly volatile landscape.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
25 July 2025
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The company’s Emerging Leaders Program, designed by Dr. Jenny Schultz, who heads up leadership development at Delta Defense, offers a practical blueprint for companies looking to grow future leaders through intentional, measurable development. 1.—
Julia Korn,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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Like Neff’s El Mirasol in Los Angeles (once home to Orson Welles and, later, Diane Keaton), this modern hacienda features a massive great room with a vaulted open-beam ceiling that highlights the open blueprint.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
16 July 2025
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With its new program Streets to Home Indy, the city aims to gradually shut down camps after moving more than 300 people living in them into housing by next June.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
26 July 2025
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Nolensville Pike, Nashville Besides being home to hundreds of adorable animals, the Nashville Zoo is actively involved in research, habitat protection, breeding programs, and education initiatives.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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Singer took in more than $25 million from his clients as part of the scheme, paid bribes totaling more than $7 million and used more than $15 million for his own benefit, according to prosecutors.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
24 July 2025
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The scheme requires drivers to pay a fee—based on the time and duration of their visit and their vehicle type—to enter the lower part of Manhattan, from the southern end of Central Park to the city’s financial district.—
Carlton Reid,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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The Emmy winner currently has a number of projects in different stages of development, ranging widely in genre.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Dunham was included in the annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world in 2013 and had guest roles in other projects through the 2010s.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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“Master plan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/master%20plan. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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