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Explanation of the Word "Planning"

Definition:
"Planning" is a noun that refers to the process of thinking about what you want to do in the future and how you will achieve it. It involves creating a plan or a strategy for a particular project or goal.

Usage Instructions
  • Use "planning" when you talk about preparing for events, projects, or goals.
  • It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Examples
  1. Simple Example: "We are planning a surprise party for her birthday."
  2. Advanced Example: "His planning for retirement was hindered by several uncertainties, such as market fluctuations and health concerns."
Word Variants
  • Plan (verb): To think about and decide on a course of action. Example: "We need to plan our next vacation."
  • Planner (noun): A person who makes plans or a tool used to organize activities. Example: "She uses a planner to keep track of her appointments."
  • Planned (adjective): Something that has been arranged in advance. Example: "The planned event was postponed due to bad weather."
Different Meanings
  • General Meaning: The act of making decisions about what to do.
  • Business Context: In business, "planning" can refer to setting goals and deciding on the steps to achieve them.
Synonyms
  • Preparation
  • Strategy
  • Arrangement
  • Organization
Idioms
  • "Failing to plan is planning to fail." This means that if you don't make a plan, you are likely to fail in your efforts.
Phrasal Verbs
  • Plan out: This means to make a detailed plan. Example: "We need to plan out our project step by step."
Summary

In summary, "planning" is an important process that helps you organize your thoughts and actions for the future.

Noun
  1. the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening
    • his planning for retirement was hindered by several uncertainties
  2. the act or process of drawing up plans or layouts for some project or enterprise
  3. an act of formulating a program for a definite course of action
    • the planning was more fun than the trip itself

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